THE HANOI TIMES — In anticipation of the New Year holiday surge from January 1 to 4, Vietnam Airlines and Vietnam Railways have significantly enhanced their services to accommodate travelers.
Vietnam Airlines, the nation’s flagship carrier, will operate nearly 270 additional flights on key domestic routes during this peak period.
Travelers checking in at Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi. Photo: Pham Hung/The Hanoi Times
These extra flights will add approximately 45,000 seats on high-demand routes connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to popular destinations such as Danang, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, Da Lat, Hue, Pleiku, Buon Ma Thuot, and Con Dao. International services to China, Thailand, and Australia will also be expanded.
Passengers are encouraged to streamline their travel experience by completing online check-in within 24 hours before departure. This can be done through the Vietnam Airlines website, mobile app, VNeID platform, customer service hotline at 19006265, or self-service kiosks at airports.
In addition to increasing flight frequency, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has mandated strict adherence to air transport pricing regulations, particularly for routes involving Hanoi.
Railway Services Expanded with 20,000 Additional Seats
Vietnam Railways is also gearing up for the holiday rush by adding extra trains and carriages to its existing services.
International travelers enjoying the North-South Railway line, also known as the Reunification Express. Photo: Vietnam Railways
The railway operator will introduce 20,000 additional seats on daily services, including 13,400 seats on supplementary trains for key routes. Short-haul train services will also be increased to meet demand.
Ticket sales for the 2026 Lunar New Year began on September 20, covering the peak period from February 3 to March 8. This includes 55 train services, over 500 carriages, and approximately 335,000 long-distance tickets.
As of December 25, around 15,000 tickets have been sold, with availability remaining for pre-Tet services from southern stations to Hanoi.
Vietnam Railways emphasizes that the additional capacity is designed to ensure safe and efficient travel during the holiday peak. Passengers are advised to use official channels and book early to secure their seats.
On December 19, Vietnam Railways invested over VND60 billion (US$2.3 million) in upgrading 162 carriages, focusing on technological advancements and interior improvements.
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To manage the increased travel demand, Hanoi has implemented a comprehensive transport service plan for the 2026 New Year and Tet holiday, prioritizing traffic order and safety. Transport companies in the capital have been instructed to ensure sufficient vehicles, enhance reserve capacity, initiate early ticket sales, and establish transport contracts with universities and industrial zones to alleviate peak-day congestion. The city has also set up hotlines for public feedback on transport services during the holiday peak. |
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