VietJet to Start Cebu to Ho Chi Minh City Flights from December 2026

VietJet Air's new direct service between Cebu and Ho Chi Minh City is set to redefine how travellers move between the Philippines and Vietnam — cutting hours off journey times and opening one of Southeast Asia's most exciting new flight corridors.

VietJet Air will launch new direct flights to Vietnam from Cebu in December 2026, marking a breakthrough for travel between the Philippines and Ho Chi Minh City and opening a powerful new gateway across Southeast Asia. The route is expected to transform regional connectivity, boost tourism between both countries, and give travellers a faster, smoother, and more convenient way to explore two of the region’s most exciting destinations in one trip.

The new route will operate between Mactan–Cebu International Airport and Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, with a scheduled flight time of approximately two to two-and-a-half hours. Before this launch, no direct flight option existed between the two cities, forcing passengers to connect through Manila, Kuala Lumpur, or Singapore — often turning a short regional journey into a half-day ordeal. VietJet's new direct service cuts through that inefficiency entirely, offering a clean, quick connection between the Philippines and Vietnam for the first time.

VietJet Air is one of Asia's leading budget airlines, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Hanoi, Vietnam. The carrier has built an impressive international network across Asia, operating scheduled services to Thailand, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, India, and Australia. Flying a modern fleet of Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, VietJet is well-regarded for its affordable fares, punctual operations, and steady route expansion across the Asia-Pacific region. The addition of the Cebu–Ho Chi Minh City flight represents a clear statement of intent — tapping into a growing travel market between the Philippines and Vietnam that has long lacked a reliable direct air connection.​​​​​​​

Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's busiest airport and one of the most well-connected in Southeast Asia. From here, travellers have access to an extensive domestic network linking to Da Nang, Hoi An, and Hanoi, as well as onward international flights across the region. The arrival of VietJet's Cebu service adds another valuable inbound route to Ho Chi Minh City's already busy international schedule and strengthens Vietnam's accessibility for travellers approaching from the Philippines.​​​​​​​

For UK travellers planning a multi-destination itinerary in Southeast Asia, the launch of this direct flight is a genuine game-changer. A combined Philippines and Vietnam holiday — exploring Cebu's beaches, history, and island scenery before boarding a short direct flight into the heart of Vietnam — is now more practical and more appealing than ever before. Full flight schedules, frequencies, and fare details from VietJet Air are expected to be released closer to the December 2026 launch date.

Crystal Travel agents are closely monitoring the launch of this route and will incorporate the new Cebu–Ho Chi Minh City flight into our Southeast Asia flight offerings. Contact our flight experts today to find the best fares and connections for your Philippines and Vietnam travel plans.