HO CHI MINH- Vietnam Airlines (VN) will launch its first direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Copenhagen (CPH), marking a historic non-stop connection between Vietnam and Northern Europe. This new route, starting December 15, will enhance travel, trade, and cultural ties.
The route will be operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, will run three weekly round trips, catering to growing demand from tourists, families, and businesses.
Vietnam Airlines Direct Copenhagen Flight
Vietnam Airlines’ new route between Ho Chi Minh City and Copenhagen marks a significant expansion of its international network, opening the first direct air link between Vietnam and Northern Europe.
The outbound flights will depart Ho Chi Minh City every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, while return services from Copenhagen will be scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
According to Đặng Anh Tuấn, Deputy General Director of Vietnam Airlines, this initiative reflects the airline’s broader strategy of increasing global connectivity and supporting Vietnam’s growing economic and tourism demand.
It also acts as a bridge for the Vietnamese diaspora in Denmark, estimated at over 70,000 people.
Copenhagen (CPH), the busiest air hub in Northern Europe and a primary base for Scandinavian Airlines (SK), offers seamless access to nearby countries such as Sweden, Norway, and Finland, making it a strategic gateway for Vietnam Airlines passengers heading to the Nordic region.
Reported by Vietnam News, this route is also expected to strengthen bilateral relations, trade, and tourism between Vietnam and Denmark.
Strategic Expansion
Vietnam Airlines continues to scale its international operations in response to post-pandemic demand and global travel recovery.
The carrier has revealed plans to restore 15 international routes covering high-demand destinations such as Italy, Russia, China, the UAE, Japan, South Korea, and India.
In Europe, Vietnam Airlines already offers direct flights to the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Russia.
From July, a new Hà Nội (HAN) to Milan (MXP) route will operate thrice weekly, with further plans to launch HCM City to Milan services after 2025.
The airline has also expanded in Southeast Asia, adding a new route from Ho Chi Minh City to Bali (DPS), complementing its existing Jakarta (CGK) service.
In early June, it introduced a nonstop daily service between Nha Trang (CXR) and Busan (PUS) using Airbus A321 aircraft, reinforcing its South Korea connectivity.
Demand and Challenges
Vietnam Airlines is also optimizing existing routes, including HCM City–Singapore (SIN) and HCM City–Bangkok (BKK), to meet the surging demand for regional travel.
The airline saw a 10% YoY growth in air passenger traffic in the first five months of the year, signaling the sector’s recovery.
Despite this positive trajectory, the carrier is navigating significant challenges. A shortage of aircraft, driven by global Pratt & Whitney engine recalls and volatile fuel prices caused by ongoing geopolitical conflicts, is testing its operational resilience.
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