Just in time for the festive holiday season, Vietjet has officially launched its newest direct route connecting Manila (MNL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), marking the airline’s first foray into the Philippine market. The introduction of this five-weekly service reflects Vietjet’s growing expansion across the Asia-Pacific region and offers Filipino travelers easier access to one of Vietnam’s most dynamic cultural and culinary destinations. The move is expected to strengthen tourism, cultural exchanges, and economic ties between the Philippines and Vietnam.
The inaugural flights were celebrated with lively events in both cities, drawing crowds of excited travelers and local communities. At Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City and Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, special guests, including Miss Cosmo 2024 Ketut Permata Juliastrid Sari and Miss Cosmo Philippines 2025 Chelsea Fernandez, joined the festivities to welcome the first passengers. The ceremonies highlighted the airline’s commitment to providing a warm and festive travel experience while generating buzz around its newest route.
To mark this milestone and the year-end travel season, Vietjet has unveiled its “Thank Yourself” promotion across its network, including the Manila–Ho Chi Minh route. Bookings made between November 24 and 30, 2025, are eligible for a 100% discount on the Eco-class base fare (excluding taxes and fees) for travel from 05 January 2026 to 27 May 2026, by applying the promo code THANKME via Vietjet’s website or mobile app. Additionally, Eco passengers flying the new route can enjoy a complimentary 20kg checked baggage allowance for flights from January 5 to 28 and May 4 to 28, 2026. International passengers traveling to Vietnam can also claim a free eSIM with 500MB of high-speed data valid for 31 days, available for bookings made by 31 December 2025, while supplies last.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s bustling southern hub, offers travelers a vibrant blend of history and modernity. Attractions such as Nguyen Hue Walking Street, the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral, and Ben Thanh Market provide an immersive urban experience, while the city’s renowned street-food scene promises unforgettable culinary adventures. Beyond the city, Ho Chi Minh City serves as Vietnam’s primary international gateway, offering seamless connections to destinations such as Hanoi, Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, and Hue, as well as other major cities across the Asia-Pacific through Vietjet’s extensive network.
Passengers onboard Vietjet can look forward to flying on a modern, fuel-efficient fleet with attentive service, a variety of hot meals — including Vietnamese favorites like Pho and Banh Mi — and unique in-flight cultural performances on special occasions. With the new Manila – Ho Chi Minh City route, Vietjet aims to deliver not just transportation, but an engaging and culturally rich travel experience for Filipino travelers.