Vietjet launches Hanoi-Kuala Lumpur air route
Sunday, November 24, 2024, 10:50 GMT+7
Vietnam's low-cost air carrier Vietjet officially inaugurated its new direct service connecting Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur during Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam's official visit to Malaysia from November 21 to 23, fostering economic, cultural, and tourism ties between the two countries as well as across Southeast Asia.
The launch of the new route comes as Vietnam and Malaysia elevated their bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, creating new opportunities for collaboration and development.
The Hanoi-Kuala Lumpur route will enhance regional aviation connectivity and add further value to economic and cultural cooperation.
With seven return trips weekly, the Hanoi-Kuala Lumpur service will serve passengers starting November 28 this year.
This marks Vietjet’s second route connecting Vietnam and Malaysia, following the launch of the Ho Chi Minh City-Kuala Lumpur route in 2016.
With this addition, Vietjet will double its weekly flights between the two countries to 14 round trips, catering to the growing demand for travel.
The capitals of Malaysia and Vietnam are destinations rich in cultural and historical heritage.
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| Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam (C) and leaders of Vietnam, Malaysia as well as Vietjet inaugurate the Hanoi-Kuala Lumpur air route. Photo: Vietjet |
Kuala Lumpur stands out with its iconic Petronas Twin Towers and a diverse culinary scene blending the essence of Malay, Chinese, and Indian cuisines.
Travelers can easily explore ecological zones and pristine tropical rainforests from this city.
Meanwhile, Hanoi enchants visitors with historical sites like the Thang Long Imperial Citadel and Hoan Kiem Lake, as well as its unique street food culture.
It also serves as a gateway to other fascinating destinations in Vietnam, offering unforgettable experiences.
Leaders from both Vietnam and Malaysia praised the significance of the new route, expressing confidence that the Hanoi-Kuala Lumpur route will contribute to strengthening bilateral cooperation, deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries and promoting the shared development of ASEAN.
Vietnamese Party chief Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking delegation visited Malaysia at the invitation of PM Anwar Ibrahim and his spouse.
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