Vietjet launches direct Colombo–Ho Chi Minh City service

THE NEWS: Vietjet has officially launched a new direct service linking Colombo, Sri Lanka, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, opening a new travel link between South Asia and Southeast Asia and strengthening air connectivity between the two countries.

DETAILS:

The inaugural flight’s cockpit crew comprised three members, including two Sri Lankan pilots.

A launch ceremony was attended by government officials, diplomatic representatives and aviation stakeholders.

The new service directly links Colombo with Ho Chi Minh City, enhancing connectivity between Sri Lanka and Vietnam.

FAQ

What new route did Vietjet launch?
Vietjet launched a direct service between Colombo, Sri Lanka, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, creating a new travel link between South Asia and Southeast Asia and strengthening air connectivity between the two countries. The new nonstop route is expected to facilitate tourism, business travel and cargo movements.

Who were part of the inaugural flight’s cockpit crew?
The inaugural flight was operated by a three‑member cockpit crew that included two Sri Lankan pilots alongside a third crew member. Their presence highlighted Vietjet’s cooperation with Sri Lankan aviation authorities and underscored the partnership between the two nations’ aviation sectors.

Who attended the launch ceremony for the new Vietjet service?
A celebration ceremony for the launch gathered government officials, diplomatic representatives and aviation stakeholders, who jointly marked the opening of the Colombo–Ho Chi Minh City service. Attendees praised the new route’s potential to boost bilateral tourism, enhance business links and provide a convenient nonstop option for travelers between the two regions.

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