According to data from OAG, the world’s leading provider of digital flight information, three air routes in Vietnam are among the top 10 busiest domestic flight routes in Southeast Asia for August 2024. These routes include Ha Noi-Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi-Da Nang, and Da Nang-Ho Chi Minh City.
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| Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City tops the list of busiest flight routes. Image Source: OAG Aviation |
OAG’s data is based on the number of seats sold on flights, with the Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City route ranking first in the region with 949,246 seats sold in August. The Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang – Hanoi routes also made it to the top 10, selling 427,779 and 410,000 seats, respectively.
Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City Air Route
In 2023, the Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City route was among the world’s four busiest domestic air routes, carrying over 9 million passengers, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV). This figure accounted for 22% of Vietnam’s total domestic flight passengers.
Additionally, there were 43,000 flights conducted on this route, making up 17.5% of all domestic flights in the country.
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| Vietnam’s aviation industry is on the rise with 3 domestic routes in the top 10. Image Source: Shutterstock |
Vietnam’s aviation industry has shown remarkable growth this year, with local airlines carrying 74 million passengers, a 34.5% increase from 2022, and reaching 94% of pre-pandemic levels. Of these passengers, 32 million were foreigners, a 1.7-fold increase from 2022 and equivalent to 77% of pre-pandemic levels in 2019.
The industry aims to transport 80.3 million passengers in 2024, reflecting a 7.1% year-on-year rise.
Hanoi – Da Nang Air Route
The distance between Hanoi and Da Nang is approximately 629 kilometers, making air travel the ideal choice. The flight time is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, though it may vary slightly depending on conditions. Travelers can conveniently fly from Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi to Da Nang International Airport, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey.
Da Nang offers a plethora of captivating attractions, including the Son Tra Peninsula, Marble Mountains, Dragon Bridge, My Khe Beach, Linh Ung Pagoda, and Non Nuoc Beach. VinWonders Nam Hoi An, a cultural and entertainment paradise, is also worth a visit.
Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City Air Route
The air distance between Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City is about 941 kilometers. All domestic airlines currently operate flights on this route. The average flight duration is around 1 hour and 25 minutes, though slight variations may occur between airlines.
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| Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City are approximately 941 kilometers apart by air. Image Source: Vinpearl |
Ticket prices for this route can vary depending on factors such as the airline, service class, booking time, and travel dates. On average, one-way tickets range from 600,000 to 2,430,000 VND, while round-trip tickets cost between 1,516,000 and 2,156,000 VND.
Ho Chi Minh City offers a variety of attractions, including the Saigon Central Post Office and Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral. The city is also known for its delicious cuisine, such as bun bo and com tam.
Beyond Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam boasts other captivating destinations like Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, Hoi An, Ha Long, and more, each offering unique natural and cultural experiences.
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Overall, Vietnam’s active participation in multilateral forums, stable economic performance, thriving tourism industry, and focus on local technological innovation position the country as a rising star in the global arena.
