Vietnam Airlines launches direct flights from South India to Hanoi
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The airline will operate four weekly flights from Bengaluru (BLR) and three weekly flights from Hyderabad (HYD) to Hanoi, using Airbus A321 aircraft, starting from May 2025.
Vietnam Airlines announces the launch of direct flights from Bengaluru and Hyderabad to Hanoi. Starting in May 2025, the airline will operate four weekly flights from Bengaluru (BLR) and three weekly flights from Hyderabad (HYD) to Hanoi, using its modern Airbus A321 aircraft.
With the addition of Bengaluru and Hyderabad, Vietnam Airlines will now operate from four major Indian cities, including Delhi and Mumbai, further solidifying its presence in the region.
These flights will also provide connectivity from India to destinations across Japan, Korea, China, Australia, and ASEAN countries, making travel more convenient for Indian passengers.
Nguyen Trung Hieu, Country Manager India, Vietnam Airlines, expressed on the expansion, stating, “India is an extremely important market for Vietnam Airlines and South India has witnessed a surge in demand for travel to Vietnam. We are excited to cater to this growing segment with the launch of direct flights from Bengaluru and Hyderabad. We are reinforcing our commitment to providing world-class service and seamless connectivity for passengers from all parts of India.’’
This strategic expansion marks a milestone in strengthening air connectivity between India and Vietnam. It also reinforces Vietnam Airlines’ commitment to serving the increasing demand for business and leisure travel between the two countries.
Adding to this, Abhishek Goyal, Executive Director, Aeroprime Group (India GSA, Vietnam Airlines), said, “The expansion into Bengaluru and Hyderabad is a game-changer for Vietnam Airlines in India. These new routes will make travel more convenient for business and leisure travellers alike while offering an enhanced flying experience onboard with world-famous Vietnamese hospitality.”
According to Google Trends, Vietnam was the most searched international destination by Indian travellers in 2023. With the introduction of direct flights from Bengaluru and Hyderabad, Vietnam Airlines aims to further strengthen this travel trend and offer convenience to Indian passengers.