SQ goes mask free on most flights Singapore Airlines will not require passengers to wear masks during flights starting today, 29 August, unless they travel to and from a country that requires a face mask.
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Lao Airlines Reinstates Major Routes in New Winter Schedule Lao Airlines has announced on social media that it will be bringing back certain flight routes and increasing the number of routes that were reduced or discontinued during the pandemic. Read more
Lao Airlines has announced on social media that it will be bringing back certain flight routes and increasing the number of routes for the Winter 2022-2023 that were reduced or discontinued during the pandemic.
A tourism insider posted the Lao Airlines flight schedule for the upcoming season on social media, revealing that certain popular flights–including services to Luang Prabang, Siem Reap, and Pakse–will return starting 1 November this year.
For international, Lao Airlines will reopen of the 2 long-waited routes: Luang Prabang – Hanoi – Luang Prabang, & Luang Prabang – Siem Reap – Luang Prabang. Detail as below:
• Luang Prabang – Hanoi – Luang Prabang: 3 flights per week on Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday
• Luang Prabang – Siem Reap – Luang Prabang: 3 flights per week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
You can find the full flight timetable in the pictures below.
The Lao Airlines winter flight schedule was posted to social media.
The addition of these flights has been long awaited by Lao tourism professionals whose industry has been hit hard by a lack of customers.
A tourism professional who spoke to The Laotian Times before the scheduled release identified a lack of connecting flights as a serious hindrance to the recovery of the Lao tourism industry.
“Important tourist routes are not yet operating,” he said, “especially Luang Prabang to Hanoi, Chiangmai, Siem Reap, and Pakse. If they can at least tell us when they are planning to restart the popular tourist routes we can open the booking system so we can start filling seats and selling tours using them. We can’t sell something that isn’t there.” Now that these flights have been announced, tours can be planned with more certainty, a benefit to both the tourism industry and the Lao economy as a whole.
Besides flights to Hanoi, they also reopen international flights to Ho Chi Minh City and other domestic flights such as Vientiane, Pakse, Savannakhet… These make us easier to combine the multi-tours in Southeast Asia.
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After two years of the COVID epidemic, Thailand is expected to be one of the trendiest destinations in Southeast Asia. Indeed, Thailand has surely unveiled several spectacular new destinations in recent months, as well as simplified tourist processes, allowing travelers to enjoy many exciting things this year. This post is about healing and new experiences you can explore after COVID-19.
1. Participate in Hands-on Thai Cooking Class
A vacation to Thailand creates a lasting imprint on tourists’ senses, from the fragrances of the street markets to the rich flavors of the curries and soups that comprise the core of Thai cuisine. A cooking workshop is the way to go for people who seek a deeper immersion into the culinary magic of Thai cuisine than merely tasting all the street food they can eat. There’s something for everyone, including vegetarians, from tofu to fruit carving to a session that combines cooking abilities with Thai massage methods. Here are some recommendations for those who are planning to join one:
Araksa Tea Garden, located on a picturesque, evergreen hill in Chiang Mai’s Mae Tang District, specializes in manufacturing high grade Assam tea, a black tea named after India’s largest tea growing region.
You may try out a variety of activities, such as:
View the luxuriant tea garden and learn about the tea producing process from the ground up.
Learn how to pick tea leaves firsthand from native tea pluckers.
Enjoy a cup of tea and a typical Thai food while watching the leaves being prepared in the traditional method.
3. Experiment a Thai Massage at aWomen’s Correctional Institution
The Chiang Mai Women’s Correctional Institution provides amazing full body and foot massages conducted by female convicts as part of their rehabilitation training program.The proceeds from these treatments are given directly to the inmates for usage following their release. Other rehabilitation programs include sewing and cake baking, the outcomes of which may be found in the same facility.
The Training Center does not accept reservations and operates on a first come, first served basis. According to rumors, the center may get quite crowded, and you may find yourself waiting for up to an hour at the incorrect moment. To avoid the longest lines, arrive at opening time or within the first hour or so.
Opening Times
Monday to Friday: 8am-4:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9am-4:30pm
Prices
Foot Massage (1 hour): 200 Baht
Thai Massage (1 hour): 200 Baht
Full Body Thai Massage (2 hours): 400 Baht
4. Practice Meditation in Chiangmai
Men in Thailand are required to spend a portion of their life as monks, even the monarch. Thai Buddhism is becoming increasingly popular among Westerners. Many temples in Chiang Mai are open to the devoted or ordinary people for short-term or long-term meditation trips.
Wat Suan Dok, Wat Ram Poeng, Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, and Wat Umong are some of the well-known meditation facilities around Chiang Mai. They all provide a fast 2-day meditation experience as well as long-term meditation courses lasting months or even years. Tourists who practice vegetarian diets, meditation, and contemplation create room in their spirits to think deeply about and know themselves.
5. Explore The Death Railway in Kanchanaburi
In a nutshell, the Death Railway is a heinous chapter of Thai history that was built with the blood and sweat of World War II prisoners of war and Asian slave workers. During World War II, the Imperial Japanese Army conquered South East Asia, capturing tens of thousands of skilled and healthy prisoners of war who were later exploited as workers to help the Imperial Japanese Army’s war effort.
One of the principal tasks for which these prisoners of wars were diverted was the construction of a railway. These guys, along with numerous other Asian laborers eager for work, were tasked with constructing the railway. It began in Thailand and crossed to the Burmese front to help the Japanese invasion of India.
Notes:
Only three trains per day go between Kanchanaburi station and Nam Dok, a length of 19 stops.
Foreigners are charged 100 THB for a one-way, single ticket. The train ticket is included in the tour price
6. Go camping at Pang Ung Lake, Mae Hong Son
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUvRj9e2o50
Pang Ung, known as Thailand’s most romantic getaway, is a region of pristine beauty hidden away in the foothills of Mae Hong Son province. The words ‘Pang’ and ‘Ung’ in northern Thai indicate refuge and marsh, respectively.
One of the best things to do in Pang Ung is to hang out and enjoy the lake, the trees and the clean air. The lake view, pine leaves, beautiful mountain scenes, and hazy fog in the morning are a perfect combination for those who enjoy nature and tranquility.
Note:
To spend the night here, hire a tent and camp beside the lake. The tiny tent costs 300 Baht and the larger tent costs 500 Baht, both of which include two bed sets (quilt and mattresses). If you bring your own tent, you only have to pay a cleaning charge of 100 Baht. The campground has toilets and showers, but no running water.
If you don’t want to camp in a tent, there are lots of homestays owned by locals, with rooms starting at 500 Baht.
7. Have dinner at a bamboo tree pod
Soneva Kiri is an eco-luxury resort that offers a variety of one-of-a-kind experiences. Although its location on Koh Kood is noteworthy in and of itself, the resort’s cuisine concept is its most distinguishing feature. The ‘Treepod Dining’ experience truly takes dining to new heights. While diners are sitting in a bamboo pod atop a tree, the unique experience does not end there. Gourmet treats and drinks are delivered via zip-line by your personal waiter.
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Vietnam is a country worth visiting once in a lifetime not only for aesthetic natural scenery, and rich cuisine but also for the hospitality of the people here. However, it is difficult to fully enjoy the unique excitement of Vietnam in a few days. Two weeks may not be enough to fully explore the wonders of this country, the following itinerary will help you discover the best of Vietnam in just 14 days.
1. When should you visit Vietnam?
To be able to enjoy the best experiences in Vietnam, the best time to travel in this country is from September to April of the next year. In these months, rainfall will be low and temperatures will be around average in most regions. You can talk to local travel experts to make advance a plan for your holiday to Vietnam for one or two months.
2.Why should you take this 2-week Itinerary in Vietnam?
Whether you visit Vietnam for the first time or second or many times, Vietnam is an ideal destination for visiting again and again because of the beauty of its landscapes, culture, and food here. From Vietnam, you can also easily combine a complete itinerary with other destinations in Southeast Asia. Vietnam is suitable for everyone who wants to demand leisure, adventure, or a honeymoon…
Why should you design a 2 -week itinerary for a Vietnam holiday? Vietnam is a strip of land that has the shape of a dragon. Therefore, each region has its own characteristics and culture. In 14 days, you can explore and enjoy most of the highlights from the North to the South of Vietnam. For some foreign travellers from the UK, Spain, and France, 2 weeks of the itinerary will be an ideal trip with receiving visa exemption from the Vietnamese Government. If you want to stay more in this country, you can contact the local travel experts in Vietnam.
3. What can you get from a 2-week Vietnam Tour?
On this two-week trip, you will discover the most unique places of Vietnam stretching from the top of the country to the southeast of Vietnam. Here are the must-be highlights of the 2-week- Vietnam tour you can explore:
Immerse yourself in a both ancient and modern Hanoi
Contemplate the magnificent landscape of the Northwest of Vietnam
Admire the beautiful limestone islands in Halong Bay
Enjoy the elegance of Hue’s citadels, palaces, and mausoleums
Visit the splendor of Hoi An Ancient Town
Be allured by Da Nang beach – one of the most attractive beaches on the planet
Ho Chi Minh – the most bustling and dynamic city in Vietnam
Cu Chi Tunnels – the mark of a heroic anti-American resistance war of the Vietnamese people
a. Day 1-2: Hanoi
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is famous for its centennial architecture and rich culture with influences from Southeast Asia, China, and France. The city center is the bustling Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are named “Hang”: Hang Than, Hang Khay, Hang Dau, etc.
This is an ideal place to visit on the first day of your arrival in Hanoi because of the peaceful and ancient charm it brings.
Places to visit:
Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake where Turtle Tower Bridge is located
Explore the history of Hoa Lo Prison, where thousands of prisoners were kept during the anti-American resistance war.
Take a trip to Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam – the school “born” many talented talents for the country
Experience the nightlife on Ta Hien Street
Make a visit to the final resting place of the Communist Leader at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Food to try:
Pho Bat Dan
Crab noodle soup
Vietnamese rice noodles with fermented shrimp paste
Sapa is a famous tourist destination in Lao Cai province, located in the North of our country. Thanks to the favor of the Creator, the nature of Sapa appears as a magnificent but equally poetic picture.
Places to visit:
Admire the most beautiful place in the world: Muong Hoa Valley – Sapa Terraces
Discover the different traditions and costumes of the Zay ethnic group in Ta Van village and the Red Dao people in Giang Ta Chai village
Contemplate Silver Waterfall Sapa – the highest waterfall in the Northwest mountains.
Explore O Quy Ho Pass – Dubbed as one of the ‘Four Great Passes’ – The pass possesses breathtakingly beautiful scenery.
Visit Ta Giang Phinh Valley, inhabited by the Black H’mong people Food to try:
Sapa Lam Rice
Seven-color sticky rice
Armpit pork
Sapa Peach
Thang Co – typical traditional dishes of the H’mong people. The meat cooked in thang co is traditionally horse meat, later with beef, buffalo, and pork added
Recommended Accommodation: Topas Eco lodge
c. Day 6-7: Halong Bay
Ha Long Bay is located in the northeast of Vietnam, about 165km from Hanoi capital. Ha Long Bay has a coastline stretching 50km and is a familiar stop for tourists from all over the world.
Famous for its unique natural scenery in the midst of the immense sea, Ha Long Bay tourism has thus become a beautiful sightseeing destination that appears continuously on newspapers and social networking sites. Not only that, but this place also has a rich culinary background, bringing many interesting experiences for visitors.
Places to visit:
Quang Ninh Museum and Library – likened to a precious, sparkling black pearl on the side of Ha Long Bay.
Ha Long Bay – is recognized by UNESCO as a natural wonder of the world. Some famous islands and caves in Halong Bay: Ga Choi island, Ngoc Vung island, Con Coc island, Ti Top island, Sung Sot cave…
Sun World Ha Long – A fantasy theme park with roller coasters & trains, shows, architecture & impressive scenery.
Bai Tho Mountain – is a tourist destination with a panoramic view of Halong Bay.
Hue is a famous tourist destination, attracting the most visitors in Vietnam because of its long-standing culture, rich in historical value, and many beautiful cultural and artistic features. Hue city is located in the central region, surrounded by many prominent provinces and cities such as Quang Tri, Quang Nam, Da Nang. With the convenient transportation, visitors from North or South can easily transfer to Hue for tourism.
Places to visit:
Hue Citadel: Hue Citadel is a Hue tourist destination that converges the peak architectural beauties of the Nguyen feudal era, built hundreds of years ago in an extremely large area, with more than 100 splendid buildings.
Hue Mausoleum: Referring to Hue tourist destination with unique architectural works, it is impossible to ignore Hue mausoleum, with mausoleums of 7 Nguyen kings in Hue.
Truc Lam Bach Ma Zen Monastery: Visitors can be satisfied when they see the ancient beauty of the temple, with elegant patterns and textures, and enjoy the pure space for a feeling of relaxation and lightness.
Perfume River: This is a famous tourist destination in Hue, the source of much literature, putting on a poetic, lyrical beauty that captivates people.
Hue traditional folk song on Perfume river
Food to try:
Mussel rice
Spicy beef noodle soup
Flat steamed rice dumplings
Rice dumpling cake
Recommended Accommodation: Banyan Tree Lang Co
e. Day 9-10: Hoi An
Coming to Hoi An tourist destination, visitors will be immersed in novel moments hidden inside the ancient features of many rows of old tile houses. Everything here is beloved, poetic, and charming. The people are gentle, friendly, and hospitable.
Places to visit:
Bridge Pagoda – the pagoda crossing the peaceful poetic Hoai River
My Son Sanctuary – the holy relic site used to be an important area for the ritual sacrifices of the Champa royal family during the reign.
Cu Lao Cham – an archipelago recognized by UNESCO, which possesses unspoiled beauty and diverse flora and fauna.
Bay Mau Coconut Forest – a magnificent natural forest that has helped our army win many battles
Food to try:
Cao Lau – high floor dishes: The name “cao lau” means delicious food which is enjoyed on the upper floor. In other words, you can eat food while watching the whole beautiful scene of Hoi An street right from the top floor.
Stir-fried mussel crackers: is a strange combination of soft, wet cakes, the crispiness of grilled rice paper blends in with the attractive aroma of richly fried mussels, adding a little spicy chili.
Steam rice rolls with grilled pork: With the crust of hot steamed rice cake, wrapped of soft, sweetly grilled meat, all blended to create an amazing flavor for the familiar food.
Recommended Accommodation: Royal Hoi An Mgallery
f. Day 11-12-13: Sai Gon
When it comes to places to visit Saigon, everyone is excited about the bustling splendor on each street. Indeed, Saigon never ceases to be animated even at night. That’s Saigon, always full of life and brilliant, and making people curious.
Places to visit:
Independence Palace (Reunification Hall) – which used to be the working place of the government apparatus of the Republic of Vietnam, is also the place where countless heroes died.
Notre Dame Cathedral – one of the symbols of Saigon City.
Cu Chi Tunnels – the transformational map of Cu Chi troops and people during the resistance
Cao Dai Temple
Food to try:
Sai Gon Sandwich
Banh duc: is usually made with rice flour or tapioca with some seasoning.
Steam broken rice
Crab noodle soup
Recommended Accommodation: Mia Saigon hotel
g. Day 14: Mekong Delta
On the last day of the journey, let’s “escape” from the bustling, crowded city to discover the rustic river life of the Mekong Delta on a speedboat along the Saigon River for 2 hours.
Places to visit:
Cai Rang Floating Market, Can Tho – unique and typical market type of the Mekong Delta that nowhere else in Vietnam has.
Phong Dien Garden, Can Tho – dubbed as the land of fruit orchards, after more than 100 years of discovery
Bang Lang Stork Garden – the largest bird playground the West of the river.
Cu Lao May Island – is an interesting garden tourist destination with fruit gardens and many folk games.
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Southeast Asia is an attractive land for those with an endless passion for travel. You are planning to travel to Southeast Asia however, sometimes the information about visas makes you confused. The following article will be a guide to useful details about Southeast Asian visas that you need to know. The dream of discovering the beautiful Southeast Asian wonderland has never been easier.
1. Vietnam Visa
Visa exemption countries
Travelers from the following countries do not necessitate a visa to visit Vietnam:
Length of stay
Country
90 days
Chile, Panama
30 days
Cambodia, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand
21 days
Philippines
15 days
Brunei, Myanmar
14 days
Belarus, Korea, Japan, Germany, Norway, Denmark, Russia, France, Poland, Spain, Italia, UK
Visa on Arrival These are only available through valid companies, you must arrive via air and it must be pre-arranged. They take around 3-5 working days and cost around $20 + visa fee on arrival.
E-Visa An online visa for Vietnam is now available and takes 1-3 working days (weekends and Vietnamese holidays excluded.) The E-visa for Vietnam costs $25 and lasts for 30 days of travel in the country.
Kayaking in Vietnam
2. Laos Visa
Visa exemption countries Tourists from the following countries do not require a visa to visit Laos:
Length of stay
Country
30 days
Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam
15 days
Japan, Luxembourg, Switzerland
14 days
Brunei, Myanmar
Tourist visa Laos offers a 30-day visa on arrival for $35 (sometimes plus a minor administrative cost) to most nations. These consist of the US, Australia, Canada, Ireland, and the UK. One passport photo is required for entry into Laos at all international airports, all land borders with Thailand, and certain land borders with Vietnam.
Source: Luxury Travel
3. Cambodia Visa
Visa exemption countries Travelers from the following countries do not necessitate a visa to visit Vietnam:
Length of stay
Country
30 days
Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam
21 days
Philippines
14 days
Thailand
Tourist visa
A VOA, also known as a visa on arrival, costs $30 and is valid for 30 days. If you meet the requirements, you can apply for an e-visa for $37. Processing typically takes 1-3 business days.
4. Thailand Visa
Visa exemption countries Visithereto check if you’re eligible for visa exemption
Tourist visa: The following methods are available for passport holders from nations not covered by the visa-exemption scheme to apply for a Thai visa.
Get a Visa on Arrival (VOA) Apply for anE-Visa online Apply for a Thai visa via a Thai embassy/consulate
Krabi, Thailand
5. Burma/Myanmar Visa
Visa exemption countries
Length of stay
Country
30 days
Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand
14 days
Singapore
The E-visa for Burma costs $50 USD and grants you entry for 28 days if you are going to travel there by air. This tourist E-visa is available to citizens of more than 100 nations (including the UK, US, Australia, Ireland & Canada.)
The majority of tourists visiting Singapore are not required to get a visa.
For more information on visa requirements and the Visa Free Transit Facility, you can check with theImmigration & Checkpoints Authorityor theSingapore Overseas Missionnearest to you. The visit permit endorsement in your passport will indicate the length of stay that has been authorized.
7. Malaysia Visa
Visitors from most European nations (including all residents of the European Union, the UK, etc.), North America (including Canada, the USA, and Mexico), South Africa, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates do not need a visa to enter Malaysia and can remain for up to 90 days.
Travelers may apply for a Malaysia visa online usingan online application form, doing away with the requirement to visit an embassy or consulate.
8. The Philippines Visa
Under usual circumstances, most nationalities can receive a 30-day visa exemption on arrival in the Philippines for free. To check if you’re eligible, you can visithere.Travelers who can enter must complete ahealth format least 3 days before their arrival in the Philippines.
9. Indonesia Visa
Travelers must possess a valid passport issued by one of the 160+ nations having exemption agreements in order to be eligible for entrance without a visa.To check if you’re eligible, you can visithere. The application for an Indonesian visa can be completed online or in person at an Indonesian embassy or consulate, depending on the visa.
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In Southeast Asia, Vietnam is known well as the most popular destination with its rich of sceneries, historical attractions, and famous Vietnamese foods. Recently, more and more nonstop flights from over the world have been launched to Vietnam as an additional reason to attract more travellers to visit this country. Planning to visit Vietnam and Southeast Asia, you do not miss the latest updates on nonstop flights to these countries.
1. Nonstop flights from North America to Vietnam
– From the United States to Vietnam There are 4 flights per week from Ho Chi Minh to San Francisco by Vietnam Airlines. Here is the schedule of the direct flights from the United States to Vietnam by Vietnam Airlines.
VIETNAM – UNITED STATES ROUTE
Ho Chi Minh City – San Francisco
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
San Francisco – Ho Chi Minh City
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Besides, from New York, Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, and American Airlines have daily flights to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, with connections to Seoul and Hongkong. From the West coast, similar routes connect Los Angeles to Vietnam. This flight route will require at least one plane transfer to Hong Kong, Tokyo, or Incheon, South Korea.
– From Canada:
The most popular route from Toronto or Vancouver to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City is one operated by Air Canada or Cathay Pacific, which involves a short transit in Hongkong. The wait time varies between 2 and 5 hours. Korean Air and Japan Airlines also connect Vietnam with major cities in Canada but the transit time can be tedious, between 6 and 12 hours. However, for those who are keen on seeing more of the world, this transit time can be ideal as there are plenty of tours to see Seoul or Tokyo available at the airport.
2. From Australia to Vietnam
Daily flights from Sydney, Canberra, or Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City connect to Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Darwin, or Bangkok. Flights from Wellington or Auckland have stopovers in Kuala Lumpur. Qantas and Vietnam Airlines operate direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Sydney though the price can be 30% higher compared with other routes. Other airlines that run the route between Vietnam and Oceania include Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, China Southern, and Singapore Airlines, to name a few.
Travellers can take direct flights from Sydney and Melbourne to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The details of the schedule will be as below:
VIETNAM – AUSTRALIA ROUTE
Ho Chi Minh City – Sydney
Every day except Tuesday, Friday
Sydney – Ho Chi Minh City
Every day except Wednesday, Saturday
Ho Chi Minh City – Melbourne
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Melbourne – Ho Chi Minh City
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Hanoi – Sydney
Tuesday, Friday
Sydney – Hanoi
Wednesday, Saturday
3. From Europe to Vietnam
Citizens from some Europe countries such as France, Germany, and the United Kingdom traveling to Vietnam for less than 15 days are eligible for visa exemption. It’s easy for travelers from these countries to travel to Vietnam with direct flights by Vietnam Airlines. Better deals between Europe and Vietnam, however, will involve at least one stop over in Hongkong or Singapore. The best way to search for price deals is to shop around with travel agencies.
+ From the United Kingdom
The latest news from Vietnam airlines, they are planning to operate a new direct route between Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) and London Heathrow (LHR) starting 13th August 2022. For further information about flight schedule from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to London (Heathrow airport) as the schedule below.
VIETNAM – UNITED KINGDOM ROUTE
Hanoi – London
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
London – Hanoi
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
Hanoi – London
Tuesday, Thursday
London – Hanoi
Tuesday, Thursday
Ho Chi Minh City – London
Friday
London – Ho Chi Minh City
Saturday
Besides Vietnamese carrier Bamboo Airways is set to fly weekly between London Gatwick (LWG) and Hanoi (HAN) starting 30th October 2022.
– From France
Travellers can take the flights from Paris to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. It’s convenient for a journey from the North to the South of Vietnam or vice versa.
VIETNAM – FRANCE ROUTE
Hanoi – Paris
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Paris – Hanoi
Monday, Thursday, Saturday
Hanoi – Paris
Wednesday, Friday
Paris – Hanoi
Thursday, Saturday
Ho Chi Minh City – Paris
Tuesday, Saturday
Paris – Ho Chi Minh City
Wednesday, Sunday
– From Germany
Vietnam Airlines weekly launches three or four direct flights from Germany (Frankfurt) to Hanoi.
VIETNAM – GERMANY ROUTE
Hanoi – Frankfurt
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Hanoi – Frankfurt
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Frankfurt – Hanoi
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Frankfurt – Hanoi
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Ho Chi Minh City – Frankfurt
Wednesday, Sunday
Frankfurt – Ho Chi Minh City
Monday, Thursday
4. From Asia to Vietnam
Vietnam is well connected to other countries in Asia with the support of a complex flight network. Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Hongkong are destinations with the most flight deals. From Japan and Korea, there are direct flights to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City departing major ports such as Osaka, Tokyo, Fukuoka, Seoul, Busan. In the case of China, Vietnam Airlines operate flights from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Kunming to Hanoi. Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to China only land in Beijing or Guangzhou. For Taiwan, China Airlines, Eva Air, and Vietnam Airlines have a daily flight between Hanoi and Taipei or Kaohsiung.
– From India
Direct flights from Delhi, India to both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City weekly by Vietnam Airlines
VIETNAM – INDIA ROUTE
Hanoi – New Delhi
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
New Delhi – Hanoi
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Ho Chi Minh City – New Delhi
Thursday, Saturday
New Delhi – Ho Chi Minh City
Thursday, Saturday
– From Southeast Asia to Vietnam: Travellers can easily combine Vietnam and other destinations in Southeast Asia. Here below is the list of direct from Vietnam and other countries in Southeast Asia.
VIETNAM – THAILAND ROUTE
Ho Chi Minh City – Bangkok
Every day
Bangkok – Ho Chi Minh City
Every day
Hanoi – Bangkok
Every day
Bangkok – Hanoi
Every day
VIETNAM – SINGAPORE ROUTE
Hanoi – Singapore
Every day
Singapore – Hanoi
Every day
Ho Chi Minh City – Singapore
Every day
Singapore – Ho Chi Minh City
Every day
VIETNAM – MALAYSIA ROUTE
Ho Chi Minh City – Kuala Lumpur
Every day
Kuala Lumpur – Ho Chi Minh City
Every day
VIETNAM – INDONESIA ROUTE
Ho Chi Minh City – Jakarta
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
Jakarta – Ho Chi Minh City
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
VIETNAM – LAOS ROUTE
Hanoi – Vientiane
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Vientiane – Hanoi
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
VIETNAM – CAMBODIA ROUTE
Ho Chi Minh City – Phnom Penh
Friday, Sunday
Phnom Penh – Ho Chi Minh City
Friday, Sunday
Ho Chi Minh City – Siem Reap
Wednesday, Saturday
Siem Reap – Ho Chi Minh City
Wednesday, Saturday
INDOCHINA ROUTE
Hanoi – Vientiane – Phnom Penh – Ho Chi Minh City
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Ho Chi Minh City – Phnom Penh – Vientiane – Hanoi
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
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