Vietjet, a leading international airline, officially celebrated its entry into the Philippine market today with the launch of its newest direct service connecting Manila (MNL) and Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam. Timed perfectly for the festive holiday season, the five-weekly service underscores Vietjet’s rapid expansion across the Asia-Pacific region and aims to significantly boost tourism, cultural, and economic exchange between the two dynamic countries.
The inaugural flights linking Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) were met with lively celebrations and warm welcomes from local communities and travelers. Adding glamour and excitement to the ceremonies, special guests, including Miss Cosmo 2024 Ketut Permata Juliastrid Sari and Miss Cosmo Philippines 2025 Chelsea Fernandez, greeted the first passengers at both airports.
To celebrate this significant milestone and the year-end travel season, Vietjet is offering an exclusive “Thank Yourself” promotion across its entire network, including the new Manila – Ho Chi Minh City service, for bookings made between November 24–30, 2025:
- 100% Discount on Eco-class Base Fare: Travelers can enjoy a 100% discount on the Eco-class base fare (excluding taxes and fees) for travel between January 5 to May 27, 2026 (*). This offer is valid by applying the promotional code THANKME when booking via www.vietjetair.com or the “Vietjet Air” mobile application.
- Complimentary Checked Baggage: Eco passengers on the Manila – Ho Chi Minh City route will receive a complimentary 20kg checked baggage allowance for flights scheduled between January 5–28, 2026, and May 4–28, 2026.
- Free International eSIM: International passengers flying to Vietnam with bookings made by December 31, 2025, or while supplies last, will receive a free eSIM (500MB of high-speed data, valid for 31 days). The eSIM option can be selected when purchasing tickets on Vietjet’s website or app.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s bustling southern economic and cultural hub, provides Filipino travelers with a vibrant urban escape. Known for its dynamic blend of history and modernity, travelers can explore famous landmarks like the Notre Dame Cathedral, experience the vibrant nightlife of Nguyen Hue Walking Street, and immerse themselves in the flavors of the city’s world-renowned street-food scene and Ben Thanh Market.
As Vietnam’s premier international gateway, Ho Chi Minh City also serves as a critical connection point. Through Vietjet’s extensive network, passengers can enjoy seamless onward travel to top domestic destinations—such as Hanoi, Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, and Hue—as well as to major cities across the wider Asia-Pacific region.
Vietjet welcomes passengers aboard its modern, fuel-efficient fleet, which features friendly service, a diverse menu of hot meals, including Vietnamese favorites like Pho and Banh Mi, and unique in-flight cultural performances on special occasions, making the journey an experience in itself.
