Phu Quoc, August 1st, 2024 – Vietravel Airlines successfully launched its first flight connecting Taipei (Taiwan) and Phu Quoc (Vietnam), marking a significant milestone in expanding its international flight network to major outbound markets of Vietnam in 2024.
Seizing the Opportunity in the Recovering Aviation and Tourism Markets
According to the General Statistics Office, the tourism market welcomed over 8.8 million international visitors in the first six months of 2024, a 58.4% increase compared to the same period last year, and 4.1% higher than the same period in 2019. South Korea remains Vietnam's largest source market with 2.2 million visitors, followed by China with 1.8 million, and Taiwan in third place with 630,000 visitors.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam reports that, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global aviation market is expected to fully recover by the end of 2024. The Asia-Pacific region, the slowest to recover, is projected to break even and achieve a profit of approximately $1.1 billion in 2024. The Vietnamese aviation market is also expected to follow this regional recovery trend and fully recover by the end of 2024.
Efforts to Expand the Market in 2024
Taiwan is one of Vietravel Airlines's target markets in 2024. The airline has thoroughly prepared for this endeavor, including working with Taiwanese aviation authorities for operational approval and successfully recruiting the fourth class of "Golden Wing Ambassadors."
Promoting Vietnamese Culture on the Taipei – Phu Quoc Flight
On August 1st, at Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC), a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the launch of the Phu Quoc (PQC) - Taipei (TPE) route. In attendance were Mr. Nguyen Minh Hai, General Director of Vietravel Airlines; Mr. Doan Van Tien, Vice Chairman of Phu Quoc City People's Committee; and Mr. Truong Quoc Tuan, Deputy Director of Phu Quoc International Airport.
Later that evening, Vietravel Airlines flight VU1183 departed from Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and landed at Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) at 21:00 local time, bringing 210 passengers to Vietnam for tourism and visiting family.
As the first tourism airline in Vietnam, Vietravel Airlines strives to provide passengers with a complete experience on every flight. On the inaugural Taipei – Phu Quoc flight, the airline showcased traditional Vietnamese “áo bà ba” outfits worn by the flight attendants and offered passengers a taste of local cuisine snacks.
Expanding Travel Options Between Taiwan and Vietnam
Mr. Nguyễn Minh Hải, General Director of Vietravel Airlines, stated, “The first Taipei – Phu Quoc flight marks an important milestone in Vietravel Airlines' growth journey, connecting two of Asia's most attractive tourist destinations and opening up new cooperation opportunities with potential partners to expand the market. Vietravel Airlines believes that the Taipei - Phu Quoc route will increase the number of tourists to Phu Quoc, boosting local tourism development. We are committed to providing passengers with high-quality, safe, and convenient aviation services along with unforgettable experiences on every flight.”
In addition, to diversify the routes between Vietnam and Taiwan, the airline plans to launch new routes connecting Da Nang (DAD) – Taichung (RMQ) and Hue (HUI) - Taichung (RMQ) in September.
