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Vietjet launched its Ho Chi Minh City–Nagoya (Chubu) route on April 24, 2025, and its Ho Chi Minh City–Fukuoka route the following day, April 25. The Nagoya route launched with 4 round trips per week, and the Fukuoka route with 3 round trips per week. A previous article incorrectly stated "launching in 2026"; the correct year is 2025. Operating days at launch: Ho Chi Minh City...

On April 29, 2026 (the day before the 51st anniversary of Vietnam's Liberation Day), Ho Chi Minh City held groundbreaking ceremonies for major infrastructure projects including Metro Line 2 (Ben Thanh–Thu Thiem), an administrative center, renovations to the Ho Chi Minh Museum, and the Can Gio International Transshipment Port. According to reports, ...

Vietnam Airlines will launch direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat International Airport and Phuket International Airport in Thailand from April 2, 2026. The service will begin with three flights per week, increasing to four per week from April 23 and five per week from May 5 in a phased expansion (specific days of the week...

In March 2026, a large-scale renovation project worth a total of $47 million (approximately ¥7 billion) is underway at Phu Quoc International Airport, the gateway to the southern island resort of Phu Quoc. The plan aims to accommodate wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A350...

At the end of March 2026, a shortage of jet fuel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East deepened, and Vietnam's three main airlines announced large-scale reductions and suspensions one after another. Vietnam Airlines cut 15% of all flights, Vietjet Air reduced Southeast Asian routes by 8%, and Bamboo Airways cut the Hanoi-Hong Kong flight...

Large-scale expansion is underway at Phu Quoc International Airport ahead of APEC 2027. An earlier version of this article stated "$47 million investment to increase capacity from 8.2 million to 11.5 million passengers," which differs significantly from current government approvals and developer announcements. The approved total investment is approximately VND 22 trillion (VND 21,998 billion, equivalent to approximately $800 million USD at the time of announcement)...

With fuel costs surging amid escalating Middle East tensions, airlines in and outside Vietnam are announcing fare hikes and fuel surcharges one after another. Vietnam Airlines has announced it will temporarily suspend seven domestic routes from April 1, 2026, and travel from Japan to Vietnam...

A detailed beginner's guide on how to travel between Vietnamese cities by rail. Using major lines such as Hanoi-Da Nang and toward Ho Chi Minh as examples, it lays out how to book tickets, differences in seat classes, and typical fares. A practical guide covering everything from the flow at the station and what the cabin is like, to tips and cautions for a comfortable ride.

A beginner-friendly, 10-step explanation of how to use ride-hailing apps in Vietnam's major cities. To get around Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Da Nang with peace of mind, we organize how to register the app, set up payment, typical fares, and tips to avoid trouble. A complete guide also covering the differences from taxis and cautions for first-time use.

A clear explanation of how to use taxis in Vietnam's major cities. To get around Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, and elsewhere with peace of mind, we organize how to spot legitimate taxis, how to use ride-hailing apps, typical fares, tips to avoid overcharging, and cautions for late-night and airport use. A safety-focused complete guide.