Vietjet Air Launched Prague to Hanoi Flight Route
The airline introduced a twice-weekly service connecting the Czech capital with Vietnam using Airbus A330-300 aircraft.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Air Travel
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Vietjet Air officially began operations on its new Prague-Hanoi route on October 10, 2026. This service marks the airline's first entry into the European market with twice-weekly flights.
Why it matters
The new route is designed to bolster tourism and bilateral economic cooperation between the Czech Republic and Vietnam. It aims to support the travel needs of more than 75,000 annual passengers who moved between the two cities last year.
The route utilizes 377-seat Airbus A330-300 aircraft with round-trip fares starting at 18,000 Czech koruna. Flights operate twice weekly, including necessary technical stopovers in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
The players
Vietjet Air
A major Vietnamese low-cost airline that operates a wide network of domestic and international destinations.
The details
Flights depart Prague on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 8:55 p.m., with a scheduled arrival in Hanoi at 4:20 p.m. the following day. Return services leave Hanoi at 8:25 a.m. and land back in Prague at 6:55 p.m.
Timeline
The inaugural flight operated on October 10, 2026.
Travel Outlook
This new route directly capitalizes on the 75,000 annual travelers recorded between Prague and Hanoi in the previous year by providing a dedicated service option. It marks a significant expansion for the airline into European travel markets during a period of increasing demand for long-haul connectivity.
Travelers should note that the current service includes a technical stopover in Almaty, which may affect total travel time compared to non-stop alternatives. Those seeking to book should prepare for the initial twice-weekly schedule when coordinating connecting flights or local ground arrangements.
The takeaway
This new connection provides a significant boost for travelers looking to bridge the distance between Central Europe and Southeast Asia. Passengers should monitor the airline's flight schedule closely to account for the technical stopover requirements during the initial phase of operation.
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