Popular destinations, including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, Da Nang, Da Lat, and Hoi An, offer a mix of vibrant cities, scenic landscapes, and rich cultural experiences.
Known as one of the most affordable destinations in Southeast Asia, Vietnam continues to attract Indian tourists looking for value-for-money trips.
Travellers planning a summer visit should note that Vietnam Airlines has temporarily suspended 23 domestic flights starting April 1. The move is linked to concerns over aviation fuel shortages and rising global fuel prices.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) confirmed the cuts, saying that the airline will focus on keeping flights important for national connections and domestic tourism.
If you’re planning to visit Vietnam and want to travel via air within the country, take note of flights that won’t operate from April 1.
Vietnam Airlines will temporarily stop 7 domestic routes:
Hai Phong to Buon Ma Thuot
Hai Phong to Cam Ranh
Hai Phong to Phu Quoc
Hai Phong to Can Tho
Ho Chi Minh City to Van Don
Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia
Ho Chi Minh City to Dien Bien
These cancellations will reduce up to 23 flights per week.
Earlier, China and Thailand stopped exporting jet fuel because of the ongoing war, which made it harder for Vietnam Airlines to get enough fuel.
Aviation fuel prices soar
Global aviation fuel prices have surged, which is affecting airlines worldwide. Brent crude traded around USD 110 to 120 per barrel, while WTI crude was about $110 to $114 per barrel.
In Asia, Jet A-1 fuel prices remained very high, at $220 to 230 per barrel. The price premium even reached $39.6 per barrel on March 18.
From early April 2026, other Vietnamese airlines are planning to add fuel surcharges on international flights. A survey by aviation authorities found that 60% of international and regional airlines are increasing ticket prices to cover the rising cost of fuel.
The Philippines may also introduce fuel surcharges, according to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Some airlines are also adding a flexible fuel surcharge to cope with rising costs.
Other countries, including China, Thailand and Malaysia, are also following this trend.
Airlines in Japan, South Korea, and other countries are also reworking flight schedules and preparing backup plans in case the energy crisis continues.
For example, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, All Nippon Airways, and China Southern Airlines have implemented or increased fuel surcharges ranging from approximately VND 130,000 (approx Rs 468) to over VND 10 million (approx ₹ 36,000) per ticket.
Additionally, for cargo transport, some airlines such as Lufthansa and Korean Air apply fuel surcharges of about VND 17,000 to 40,000 (approx ₹ 62 to 145) per kilogram.
