Vietjet to launch direct Ho Chi Minh City–Colombo flight in August 2026, strengthening Vietnam–Sri Lanka cooperation.

In the presence of General Secretary and President To Lâm, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, and senior leaders from both countries, Vietjet officially announced the direct flight route between Ho Chi Minh City and Colombo at the Vietnam–Sri Lanka Forum on Trade, Investment and Tourism. This is the first direct route connecting Vietnam with Sri Lanka, marking a new milestone in Vietjet's strategy to expand its international network and contribute to stronger economic, trade, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. The Ho Chi Minh City–Colombo route is expected to launch in August 2026 with four return services per week. Through Vietjet's wide network, Colombo will be connected conveniently to many economic, tourism and financial hubs in the Asia-Pacific region such as Australia, Japan, South Korea, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and many other countries. Speaking at the event, Mr. Dinh Viet Phuong, Vietjet's First Vice President, said: "The Ho Chi Minh City–Colombo route not only opens new air connectivity between the two countries, but also helps promote cooperation corridors in trade, investment, tourism and cultural exchange in the South Asia and Asia-Pacific region." Colombo—an important economic and trading center in the Indian Ocean—together with Ho Chi Minh City, one of Southeast Asia's most dynamic cities, are expected to create a new bridge for regional growth and cooperation. With a modern fleet and an expanding international network, Vietjet continues to affirm its role as Vietnam's connectivity carrier, contributing to integration, trade, and enhancing the country’s position on the world stage. As a next-generation airline, Vietjet is leading the aviation revolution in Vietnam, the region and the world. The airline operates 135 aircraft and has orders for nearly 600 aircraft, including wide- and narrow-body jets. With cost management, superior operations, and efficient performance, Vietjet offers affordable, flexible travel and a wide range of services to meet customers’ needs. Vietjet is an official member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and holds IOSA Operational Safety Certification. The largest private airline in Vietnam is rated 7 stars—the highest in the world for aviation safety—by AirlineRatings, is listed among the world's top 50 airlines for operations and financial health by AirFinance Journal, and has repeatedly received awards for low-cost airline excellence from organizations such as Skytrax, CAPA, and AirlineRatings. For more details, visit www.vietjetair.com.