1956Founded
4Aircraft types
2Base airports
VN · HVNIATA · ICAO

About the airline

Vietnam Airlines is the flag carrier of Vietnam, founded in 1956 and headquartered in Hanoi. Operating from hubs at Noi Bai (Hanoi) and Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City), it serves 65 destinations across 19 countries with a modern fleet including Airbus and Boeing widebodies.

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Vietnam Airlines (IATA: VN, ICAO: HVN) is Vietnam's flag carrier and state-owned national airline, established in 1956. As a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance, it operates a significant network connecting Southeast Asia, the Asia-Pacific region, and beyond.

The airline maintains two primary hubs: Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi and Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, with Da Nang serving as a secondary hub. This hub structure supports Vietnam Airlines' role as the primary international and domestic carrier for the country, linking major cities and regional destinations.

The fleet comprises modern aircraft including the Airbus A321 and A350, Boeing 787, and ATR 72 turboprops. This mix enables operations across long-haul international routes, regional services, and regional feeder flights. Vietnam Airlines operates approximately 96 aircraft to over 65 destinations, combining network reach with operational efficiency on varied route types.

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