Vietnam Airlines to Launch Afternoon Flight on Osaka-Hanoi Route, Increasing to 11 Weekly Flights from October 26, 14 from December

Vietnam Airlines (Japan Branch: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; General Manager: Go Si Aing) will launch a new afternoon departure flight on its currently daily-operated Osaka (Kansai International Airport) - Hanoi route starting Monday, October 26, 2026, initiating four weekly flights (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday). Furthermore, from Tuesday, December 1, 2026, the afternoon flight will expand to daily operations, establishing a twice-daily service on the Osaka-Hanoi route and significantly enhancing passenger convenience. The newly introduced afternoon flight is scheduled to allow seamless connections from Hanoi to major cities in Europe, Oceania, and Southeast Asia.

Comment from Go Si Aing, General Manager, Vietnam Airlines Japan Branch

"The Osaka-Hanoi route serves as a vital link between the Kansai region and Vietnam, serving a growing number of passengers for both tourism and business purposes. We are delighted to respond to strong customer demand by launching this new afternoon flight and expanding our service to twice-daily operations.

Vietnam Airlines leverages Hanoi as a major hub, offering a robust international network connecting Asia, Europe, and Oceania. With this expansion, we are confident in delivering even greater convenience, flexibility, and a comprehensive connecting network to our customers in the Kansai region.

Japan is one of Vietnam Airlines' most important strategic markets. As the national flag carrier, we remain committed to expanding our route network and continuously enhancing service quality, aiming to become the most preferred airline and a trusted bridge connecting Japan, Vietnam, and the world."

Additionally, to commemorate the launch of the afternoon flight, Vietnam Airlines will launch a social media campaign starting Monday, July 13, 2026, offering round-trip air tickets and exclusive Vietnam Airlines merchandise as prizes.

Kansai-Hanoi Afternoon Flight Launch Commemoration SNS Campaign Details

Campaign Name:

"Kansai-Hanoi Afternoon Flight Launch Commemoration SNS Campaign"

Period:

July 13, 2026 (Monday) – August 2, 2026 (Sunday)

How to Participate:

・X (https://x.com/VN_Osaka_)

① Follow the official Vietnam Airlines Osaka Branch X account

② Comment on the campaign post with one of the following three options:

* A city you'd like to visit via Hanoi and why

* Your top destination in Vietnam and why

* Who would you travel with in Vietnam and what kind of trip would you have?

(e.g., family heritage tour, girls' trip café hopping)

③ Repost (share) the campaign post

Prizes:

1st Prize: Round-trip economy class ticket from Osaka (Kansai International Airport) to Hanoi, Vietnam Airlines, for one person

2nd Prize: Vietnam Airlines original merchandise, for three people

Ticket Reservation Period: Until Friday, October 30, 2026

Travel Period for Ticket: Return flights must arrive by Monday, December 28, 2026

<Round-trip Ticket Route>

Osaka (KIX) - Hanoi (VN339/VN338 only)

Announcement Method:

Winners will be contacted via direct message by early August 2026.

※ Winners will not be announced during the campaign period.

Entry Rules:

・Due to seat availability, your preferred flight may not be bookable.

・The prize ticket is valid only on flights operated by Vietnam Airlines.

・The prize ticket is valid only for the winner and cannot be transferred to a third party.

・All associated costs (fuel surcharge, airport taxes, etc.) and passport acquisition fees are the winner's responsibility.

・The prize ticket is non-refundable, non-exchangeable, and cannot be redeemed for cash. No refunds will be issued for associated fees.

・As the prize ticket is complimentary, it is not eligible for mileage accrual in Vietnam Airlines' frequent flyer program or SkyTeam partner airlines.

・The terms and conditions for using the prize ticket are subject to Vietnam Airlines' complimentary ticket regulations.

・Winners must submit a copy of their passport when the ticket is issued.

For more information about the campaign, please visit:

https://meetsvietnam.vietnamairlines.com/staffcolumn/kix-hanoi-afternoon-flight-campaign/

<About Vietnam Airlines>

Vietnam Airlines, a member of the SkyTeam Alliance, was established in 1993 as Vietnam's national flag carrier.

The airline currently operates 118 routes connecting 22 domestic cities in Vietnam and 39 international destinations, utilizing a modern fleet including Boeing 787-9, Boeing 787-10, Airbus A350-900 XWB, Airbus A320, and Airbus A321neo aircraft. In Japan, it operates flights from five airports—Tokyo Narita, Tokyo Haneda, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka—to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, with additional services from Tokyo Narita and Osaka to Da Nang. This network gives Vietnam Airlines the largest transportation capacity between Japan and Vietnam.

The airline's adoption of state-of-the-art aircraft and innovative digital initiatives have earned it a 4-star rating from Skytrax, recognition as one of the World's Top 20 Airlines in 2024 by AirlineRatings.com, and a '5-Star Airline' certification from APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) for 2025.

Vietnam Airlines is also actively committed to sustainable development solutions, promoting innovation and collaborating with global carriers to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

In 2024, the airline celebrated 30 years of service to Japan and aims to establish itself as a leading 5-star airline in Asia, offering high-quality services infused with Vietnam's unique cultural identity.

- Official Website: https://www.vietnamairlines.com/jp/ja/home

- MeetsVietnam: https://meetsvietnam.vietnamairlines.com/