Thailand Prime Minister congratulates Vietjet on launching Ho Chi Minh City – Pattaya service

Prime Minister of Thailand witnesses the launch ceremony of U-Tapao International Airport

(Bangkok, December 4, 2019) – On the occasion of the second passenger terminal opening ceremony at U-Tapao International Airport Rayong Pattaya, General Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister of Thailand, visited and congratulated Vietjet on its new international service connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Pattaya via U-Tapao International Airport. This is the first scheduled service between Thailand and Vietnam via U-Tapao airport, celebrating the new terminal and highly expected to further stimulate travel from both countries.

The new route will operate daily service with a flight time of one hour and thirty minutes per leg, starting from December 23, 2019. The daily flight departs from Ho Chi Minh City at 13:25 with the flight from U-Tapao taking off at 11:25.

Prime Minister of Thailand visits and congratulates Vietjet on opening the new route Ho Chi Minh City – U-Tapao

Vietjet Vice President Nguyen Thi Thuy Binh said: “The new service Ho Chi Minh City – Pattaya will not only further expand Vietjet’s flight network in Thailand but also offer travelers convenient connection at low fares to and from the top destination of Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. At Vietjet, our principle is to contribute to the development of tourism, trade and cultural exchange. So today, we would like to reaffirm our commitment to offering quality air transport service and more flying opportunities to the people of Vietnam, Thailand as well as international travelers. The announcement of our new service today has partially proven the delivery of our message and efforts”.

Following the launch of Ho Chi Minh City-Pattaya route, Vietjet will operate the most routes and frequencies between Thailand and Vietnam with 8 direct routes totally, including Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City/Da Nang/Hai Phong/Da Lat - Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) and services from Ho Chi Minh City to Phuket/Chiang Mai and Ho Chi Minh City-Utapao. The opening of the newest service is expected to actively promote the number of tourists traveling between Ho Chi Minh City and the southern provinces of Vietnam with the Rayong and Pattaya area, a popular international tourist destination in Thailand. In addition, the new service will bring more convenient connection for international visitors via two gateways at Tan Son Nhat and U-Tapao International Airports.

Vietjet opened ticket sale for the new route Ho Chi Minh City – U-Tapao

Vietjet has been a pioneering airline, winning the hearts of millions of passengers thanks to its exciting promotions, entertainments, especially during the festive seasons. The airline is proud to bring more flying opportunities at reasonable prices for everyone, offering the passengers memorable flying experiences on new and modern aircraft with comfy seats, delicious hot meals served by friendly cabin crew, and many other interesting on demand services. Customers can visit the airline’s website at www.vietjetair.comor www.facebook.com/vietjetvietnam for news update and special promotions.