Siem Reap, December 17, 2023 – In a festive celebration marking the end of the year and the arrival of 2024, Vietjet proudly inaugurated its inaugural flight connecting the historic city of Siem Reap with Vietnam's capital, Hanoi.
Vietjet's maiden flight from Hanoi to Siem Reap received a warm welcome from Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport's business leaders, Vietjet representatives, local residents, and tourists alike. Passengers on this inaugural Vietjet flight were greeted with unique gifts, flowers, and a traditional local welcoming ceremony. Prior to the launch of the Hanoi-Siem Reap route, the Prime Ministers of Vietnam and Cambodia extended their congratulations and expressed their belief that this new route would enhance and strengthen the connection between the two neighboring countries.
The Siem Reap-Hanoi route operates seven return flights per week, with a flight time of 1 hour and 45 minutes for each leg, providing convenient and easy travel between the two destinations. This is expected to boost tourism and expand trade between Vietnam and Cambodia. The daily flight departs from Siem Reap's new airport (SAI) at 19:05 and arrives at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) at 20:50. Flights from the Vietnamese capital leave Hanoi at 16:20 and touch down in Siem Reap at 18:05 (all in local time).
To celebrate the launch of this new route, Vietjet passengers are invited to take advantage of special flight ticket offers to Hanoi and other international destinations every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday until December 31, 2023. The base fare starts from just USD 0 (excluding taxes and fees) or from just USD 65/one-way (inclusive of taxes and fees), available at www.vietjetair.com or the Vietjet Air mobile app. This offer is valid until March 31, 2024, excluding peak seasons and public holidays. Passengers will also receive complimentary Sky Care travel insurance and have the opportunity to accumulate reward points with the SkyJoy loyalty program as a token of appreciation.
In addition, to celebrate Vietjet's birthday, during the seven golden days from December 18 to December 24, 2023, Vietjet is offering "lucky gifts" with e-vouchers worth up to USD 41 (VND 1,000,000) applicable to all Vietjet flight routes.
Siem Reap is a popular destination for international tourists looking to explore the Angkor Wat temple complex, considered the world's largest religious structure. Visitors to Siem Reap have the opportunity to immerse themselves in Cambodia's unique culture and hospitality.
Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, is a vibrant and historic metropolis, boasting a rich cultural heritage that seamlessly blends traditional and modern elements. Hanoi offers a captivating experience for visitors, from the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake, featuring its charming red bridge leading to Ngoc Son Temple, to Hanoi's Old Quarter, a bustling maze of narrow streets. Travelers can also visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature. Food enthusiasts will relish Hanoi's diverse culinary scene, renowned for its flavorful street food, including dishes like Pho (noodle soup), Bun cha (grilled pork with noodles), and Banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich).
With its new, modern, and eco-friendly aircraft, top-notch products and services, and a selection of both Vietnamese and international cuisine, including popular dishes like Banh mi and Pho, served by dedicated and friendly flight crews, Vietjet invites you to embark on your journeys to discover new destinations with smiles all around!