{"id":101983,"date":"2025-07-02T20:07:32","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T14:37:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=101983"},"modified":"2025-07-02T20:07:36","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T14:37:36","slug":"vietnam-airlines-inaugurates-hanoi-milan-flight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/02\/vietnam-airlines-inaugurates-hanoi-milan-flight\/","title":{"rendered":"Vietnam Airlines Inaugurates New Flights from Hanoi to Milan with 787"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

HANOI\u2014<\/strong> Vietnam Airlines (VN)<\/a> has inaugurated a new nonstop service between Hanoi and Milan<\/strong>. The airline said that this marks a major milestone in the flag carrier\u2019s international expansion. The new route will offer a non-stop connection between Vietnam and Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italy has a growing demand for direct, long-haul travel between Southeast Asia and Europe. This is the first time any airline has operated nonstop flights between the two countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The three-weekly service\u2014operated on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays<\/strong>\u2014uses the Boeing 787 Dreamliner<\/strong>. Each flight is scheduled to take around 12 hours, significantly reducing travel time compared to one-stop alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The First Passengers to Inaugurate the Hanoi\u2013Milan Nonstop Route | Photo: Vietnam Airlines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Vietnam Airlines Hanoi to Milan Flight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The inaugural flight, VN73<\/strong>, departed from Hanoi\u2019s Noi Bai International Airport<\/strong> at 00:45 on July 1. The flight landed at Milan Malpensa Airport<\/strong> at 07:40 local time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A formal welcoming ceremony was held at Milan Airport to celebrate the historic arrival. The event featured a ribbon-cutting, welcome speeches, and a cultural display symbolizing the strengthening ties between Vietnam and Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vietnam Airlines Launches Nonstop Service from Hanoi to Milan | Photo: Vietnam Airlines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Attendees included Vietnamese Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan<\/strong>, officials from the Lombardy regional government<\/strong>, and senior airport executives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The return flight, VN72<\/strong>, departed Milan the same afternoon and arrived back in Hanoi on July 2. The airline completed the first-ever round-trip on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vietnam Airlines emphasized the symbolic and practical importance of the launch. Dang Ngoc Hoa<\/strong>, Chairman of Vietnam Airlines\u2019 Board of Directors, said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThis is more than a new flight\u2014it\u2019s a bridge between two countries with deep cultural and economic links.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Vietnam Airlines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Strengthening Vietnam\u2013Italy Ties<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The route\u2019s launch is expected to boost travel, tourism, and trade between the two countries. In 2024, Italy was among Vietnam\u2019s top 10 fastest-growing inbound markets<\/strong>. Arrivals grew by 155% of 2023 levels. The nonstop Hanoi\u2013Milan flight enhances passenger convenience by eliminating transit stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The flight will help attract more Italian tourists to Vietnam\u2019s cultural landmarks like Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, and Da Nang. Milan opens access to the broader Southwestern European region<\/strong> for Vietnamese travelers. This includes connections to cities like Florence, Venice, and Rome<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milan is Italy\u2019s second-largest economic hub, which also makes it a key business destination. Milan appears to be a perfect choice for Vietnam Airlines, which has demand for both tourism and commercial travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route and Aircraft Details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Passengers on the Inaugural Hanoi\u2013Milan Flight Check In at the Airport | Photo: Vietnam Airlines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Vietnam Airlines is deploying the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner<\/a> for this route. Passengers will have the option of both business and economy class cabins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The flights are scheduled as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n