On June 15, Van Don International Airport welcomed the inaugural Van Don – Ho Chi Minh City flight operated by Sun PhuQuoc Airways, marking a new milestone in enhancing air connectivity between Quang Ninh and the country’s largest economic center.

Van Don International Airport welcomed the inaugural Van Don – Ho Chi Minh City flight operated by Sun PhuQuoc Airways on June 15. (Photo: Vandon International Airport)

Flight No. 9G1568 landed safely at Van Don International Airport, receiving a warm welcome from representatives of local authorities, relevant agencies, and passengers. The launch of the new route provides more convenient travel options, shortens travel time between the two localities, and contributes to promoting trade, investment, and tourism growth.

Water cannon salute for the inaugural flight. (Photo: Van Don International Airport)

According to the initial plan, Sun PhuQuoc Airways will operate the Van Don – Ho Chi Minh City route with four round-trip flights per week, scheduled on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

Notably, the initial flights recorded a load factor of over 90%, reflecting strong demand for travel between Quang Ninh and Ho Chi Minh City. This impressive figure highlights the growing attractiveness of the new route as well as increasing connectivity demand between the two localities. The outcomes also underscore the route’s strong growth potential and contribute to positioning Van Don as an important aviation gateway in Northeast Vietnam.

The initial flights recorded a load factor of over 90%. (Photo: Vandon International Airport)

On this occasion, Van Don International Airport presented souvenir gifts to passengers on the inaugural flight as a token of appreciation and a warm welcome to Quang Ninh, a renowned heritage destination. These locally inspired gifts contributed to creating memorable experiences for passengers upon their arrival in Van Don.

One of the souvenir gifts which were given passengers in the first flight. (Photo: Vandon International Airport)

In addition, passengers flying with Sun PhuQuoc Airways can enjoy a range of attractive promotions within Sun Group’s tourism, resort and entertainment ecosystem in Quang Ninh. Accordingly, passengers on the Van Don – Ho Chi Minh City route from June 15 to July 15 are eligible for special offers such as:

  • 50% off the Queen Cable Car ticket at Sun World Ha Long.
  • 20% off room rates at Oakwood Ha Long.
  • 20% off dining services at The Market.
Representatives of local authorities, relevant agencies presented gifts for the first passengers. (Photo: Vandon International Airport)

The operation of the Van Don – Ho Chi Minh City route further reinforces Van Don International Airport’s position as a modern aviation gateway in Northeast Vietnam, enhancing connectivity with key economic and tourism centers nationwide and contributing to the region’s socio-economic growth.

Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion Agency

Chung nhan Tin Nhiem Mang