Vietjet Announces Five New Routes to China, Boosting Vietnam–China

BEIJING:
In celebration of the state visit of Vietnam’s General Secretary and President To Lam to China, at the invitation of Chinese General Secretary and President Xi Jinping, the Investment Cooperation Conference between Sovico Group andChinese businesses and partners was successfully held in Beijing.

The conference was attended by representatives of the Embassy and the Consulates General of Vietnam in China, along with aviation and tourism associations, travel partners, and nearly 200 leading Chinese enterprises, corporations, and investors.

The event marks a new milestone in Vietnam–China bilateral economic cooperation, while highlighting the pioneering role of Vietjet and Sovico Group in strengthening investment, trade, and people-to-people exchanges between two of the region’s most dynamic economies.

At the conference, Vietjet announced five new routes connecting Vietnam and China: Hanoi–Hangzhou.Hanoi–Enshi, Hanoi–Huangshan, Ho Chi Minh City–Guilin and Ho Chi Minh City–Huangshan. Among these, the Hanoi–Enshi and Ho Chi Minh City–Guilin routes have been in operation since early April 2026.These new routes not only expand Vietjet’s flight network but also enhance connectivity between key economic, cultural, and tourism hubs. This expansion aligns with the Vietnam–China Tourism Cooperation Year, facilitating greater flows of trade, investment, and cultural and social exchanges exchanges between the two countries.

During more than a decade (2014-2025), Vietjet has operated 131 routes between Vietnam and China, with nearly 70,000 flights and 14.5 million passengers, connecting eight Vietnamese airports with 55 airports across China. The airline has served as a strategic and sustainable aviation bridge between the two neighbors.

The conference brought together leading Chinese corporations and organizations across key sectors,from aviation, finance, technology to infrastructure, railways, metro systems, and energy. They include China Construction Bank, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, COMAC, and Huawei, along with major metro, railway, and construction groups from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen.

Dr. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, Chairwoman of Vietjet, said:“Collaborations between Vietjet, Sovico, and leading Chinese partners are opening up new development opportunities—not only for businesses but also for the broader economic ecosystems of both countries. In a rapidly restructuring world, relationships built on trust, long-term vision, and shared values will form the foundation for sustainable success.”

With a journey spanning over 35 years, Sovico has developed a diversified ecosystem across finance and banking, aviation, technology, energy, and real estate, serving as a strategic bridge for international cooperation and sustainable development.Sovico is also a founding member of Vietnam’s International Financial Center (VIFC), playing a pioneering role in shaping policies, mobilizing investment, and attracting foreign capital.

At the event, COMAC University conferred the title of Distinguished Professor on Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, in recognition of her contributions to aviation research and development, as well as advancing international cooperation.

The new-age carrier Vietjet has not only revolutionized the aviation industry in Vietnam but also been a pioneering airline across the region and around the world. The airline currently operates 135 aircraft and has nearly 600 additional aircraft on order, including both wide-body and narrow-body aircraft. With a focus on cost management ability, effective operations, and performance, applying the latest technology to all activities and leading the trend, Vietjet offers flying opportunities with cost-saving and flexible fares as well as diversified services to meet customers’ demands.