Monday, 10 August 2026
Western Sydney communities will soon be able to fly from their new 24-hour international gateway to top holiday destinations in Southeast Asia with Vietjet Air (Vietjet) signing on to fly from Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI).
From January 2027, Vietjet will operate two weekly services to Ho Chi Minh City, increasing to three weekly services in March, while the airline's joint venture – Vietjet Thailand – also plans to operate four weekly services between WSI and Bangkok from November 2027, subject to regulatory approvals.
Tickets for the Ho Chi Minh City flights taking off in January are now available for purchase online with prices starting at AUD $299, one-way.
WSI CEO Simon Hickey welcomed Vietjet to Sydney's new global gateway and said Western Sydney's communities would be delighted by the opportunity to fly to some of Southeast Asia's top leisure hot spots when services commence in the new year.
"Vietnam is an incredibly popular destination for Aussie travellers – in 2025 alone more than half a million people traveled between New South Wales and Vietnam," he said.
"Add to that, Western Sydney is one of the nation's most diverse and rapidly growing regions that is proudly home to more than half of Greater Sydney's Vietnamese population – over 70,000 people – who regularly visit friends and relatives.
"Having the opportunity to connect seamlessly to their new international airport – via the recently unveiled toll-free M12 – enjoy our state-of-the-art terminal and fly to Ho Chi Minh City and connect with over 40 domestic and international connections, reinforces the choice, flexibility, and global connectivity WSI is excited to provide.
"We're thrilled that tickets will go on sale today for the initial services set to commence in January 2027 – perfect timing for communities looking to utilise some excellent launch offers and for those excited to travel for Lunar New Year, in early February."
The Vietjet Air services from WSI will comprise:
· From Sunday 10 January 2027 – two weekly services will operate every Sunday and Wednesday from WSI to Ho Chi Minh City
· The two services will arrive at 10am at WSI and depart for Ho Chi Minh City at 12.05pm
· From March 2027 - a third weekly service will also begin operating between WSI and Ho Chi Minh City
· The WSI to Ho Chi Minh services will be operated by Vietjet's A330 aircraft that offer 377 seats
· From November 2027, Vietjet Thailand plans to launch four weekly services between WSI and Bangkok. Precise times for that service will be confirmed closer to the launch date
The Ho Chi Minh City flights are supported by a contribution from the NSW Government through the Western Sydney International Take-Off Fund, a $16 million partnership with WSI to incentivise airlines to invest locally and ensure NSW?remains?competitive in the global race for air routes and visitor markets.???
Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King said this is Vietjet's fifth Australian destination, and a sign of the momentum building at Sydney's newest airport.
"With just 76 days until passenger flights begin at Western Sydney International Airport, testing at the terminal, fit out and final touches are underway to get it ready to welcome the new passengers," Minister King said.
"It's an exciting few months ahead for Western Sydney and their new airport."
Minister for Jobs and Tourism Steve Kamper said The Minns Labor Government is pleased to support the new connection into Western Sydney.
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"Western Sydney International Airport is getting ready for take-off, and the Minns Labor Government is proud to support the flights from Western Sydney to Vietnam through the Western Sydney International Take-Off Fund," Minister Kamper said.??
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"With the new airport getting closer to opening for passenger flights, this is an incredibly exciting time for local tourism, businesses and jobs."?
Vietjet CEO Nguyen Thanh Son said Vietjet is delighted to launch services to Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI), Australia's newest international gateway, and a new growth hub for New South Wales.
"Becoming one of the first airlines to operate at this new airport reinforces Vietjet's strategy of pioneering the expansion of its international network while strengthening connectivity between Vietnam and Australia," he said.
"We believe the new route will further boost tourism, trade, investment and people-to-people exchanges between our two countries, creating more jobs and contributing to local economic growth. It will also provide passengers with more convenient, high-quality, and affordable travel options."
?To celebrate the new route,?Vietjet?is offering a?20% discount on base fares (excluding taxes and fees) for?Deluxe,?SkyBoss, and Business classes?across all Australian routes.?
· Sale?period: from August 10,?2026?to?02:00, August 17, 2026 (AEST)?
· Offer?details: 20% discount on base fares (excluding taxes and fees) for Deluxe,?SkyBoss, and Business classes when enter Promo Code: VJAUS20?
· Applicable?routes: All direct flights to and from Australia?
· Travel Period: September 7, 2026 – March 31, 2027 (excluding peak seasons, public holidays, and?Lunar?New?Year/holiday periods according to seasonality in Australia)?
WSI commenced cargo operations on 27 July 2026, while passenger services will be taking off from Sunday 25 October 2026.??
This 24-hour global gateway is Australia's first major international greenfield airport development in more than 50 years, providing a world-class experience for travellers while supporting economic growth and enhanced connectivity for Greater Sydney.?