TOURISM MALAYSIA AND VIETJET AIR CELEBRATE FIRST HANOI-KUALA LUMPUR FLIGHTS
KUALA LUMPUR, 28 November 2024 – Tourism Malaysia and VietJet Air are pleased to announce the launch of direct flights between Hanoi (HAN) and Kuala Lumpur (KUL), marking a significant milestone in enhancing regional air connectivity.
The new service will be operated by the airline’s modern Airbus A320 fleet, offering a weekly capacity of 1,260 seats. With seven return flights per week, travellers from both cities can now enjoy convenient, reliable, and affordable travel options for business, leisure, and cultural exchanges with the following flight schedules:
- VJ905: Hanoi (HAN) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL): Departs 07:20, Arrives 11:40
- VJ906: Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Hanoi (HAN): Departs 12:40, Arrives 15:05
This new service complements VietJet Air's existing daily flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur, further strengthening the airline's presence in Malaysia and enhancing travel options for passengers.
To celebrate this milestone, a special reception will be held to mark the arrival of the inaugural VietJet Air flight from Hanoi to Kuala Lumpur on 28th November 2024. The event will be attended by dignitaries from Tourism Malaysia, VietJet Air, and other key stakeholders.
"We are delighted to collaborate with VietJet Air to introduce this new route, which will significantly boost tourism and economic ties between Vietnam and Malaysia. This initiative aligns with our efforts to enhance air connectivity and provide more affordable travel options, especially during the year-end and Lunar New Year festive season," said YBhg. Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Director General of Tourism Malaysia.
This new route is a step forward in strengthening Malaysia's position as a regional hub, perfectly aligned with Visit Malaysia 2026’s goal to attract international visitors while promoting sustainable and accessible travel options.
VietJet Air, Vietnam's largest private carrier, continues to expand its network with modern and efficient aircraft. With a fleet of over 100 Airbus jets, VietJet Air is committed to providing safe, comfortable, and cost-effective flights to various destinations across Asia-Pacific. Connecting the vibrant cityscapes of Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur, VietJet Air offers travellers an exciting journey through its ever-growing network.
For more information and bookings, visit www.vietjetair.com.
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About Tourism Malaysia
Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, also known as Tourism Malaysia, is an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia. It focuses on the specific task of promoting Malaysia as a preferred tourism destination. Since its inception, it has emerged as a major player in the international tourism scene.
The next Visit Malaysia Year, set to take place in 2026, will commemorate the sustainability of the nation's tourism industry, which is also in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).
Furthermore, Tourism Malaysia actively endorses the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT), working towards the realisation of the IMT-GT Visiting Year 2023-2025, with the shared aim of promoting the region as a unified tourism destination. For more information, visit Tourism Malaysia’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.
For enquiries, please contact:
Muhammad Zaki Talib
Deputy Director
International Promotion Division (ASEAN)
zaki@tourism.gov.my
Tel: +603 8891 8253
Fazly Mohamad
Senior Tourism Officer
Corporate Communications Division
fazly@tourism.gov.my
Tel: +603 8891 8778
