COLOMBO – 3 August 2026 – Just days before the inaugural launch of its direct flight connecting Colombo and Ho Chi Minh City on 18 August 2026, award-winning carrier Vietjet has officially launched its highly anticipated August Double Day Sale. Under the 8.8 promotion, Sri Lankan travellers can secure Eco class tickets starting from USD 90 one-way, inclusive of all taxes and fees, across Vietjet’s flight network including the upcoming Sri Lanka service. Bookings are open from now until 21:30 Sri Lanka time on 8 August 2026 for travel valid between 5 September 2026 and 31 March 2027, excluding public holidays and peak travel periods subject to market conditions. Tickets can be booked via www.vietjetair.com, the “Vietjet Air” mobile app, and other official sales channels.
In addition to Eco promotional fares, passengers can save up to 30% on Business and SkyBoss class fares on all direct international flights by using the promo code BUSB88. A separate 20% discount on Deluxe class fares is available using the promo code DLX88, which applies specifically to flights connecting Hanoi with Almaty and Prague. To further complement the journey, travellers who pre-order meal combos will receive an instant 50% discount on all Vietjet routes (excluding connecting itineraries) for travel between 18 August 2026 and 31 March 2027. Passengers departing from Sri Lanka will be able to enjoy this meal promotion starting from the route’s launch on 18 August 2026.
The campaign coincides with Vietjet being named the Best Hybrid Airline for the first time at the Korea Consumer Awards 2026, alongside receiving top honors for Best Inflight Food Experience and Service Excellence. The awards reflect Vietjet’s successful transformation into a hybrid airline by combining affordable fares with enhanced products across its Eco, Deluxe, SkyBoss, and Business fare options. The Korea Consumer Awards recognize trusted brands in South Korea through nationwide surveys and expert panel evaluations. Vietjet stands as the only foreign airline to receive awards at this event for the second consecutive year and was also listed among South Korea’s 39 Most Trusted Consumer Brands in 2026.
As Vietnam’s largest private carrier and a new-age airline, Vietjet has revolutionized aviation across the region by emphasizing cost management, operational efficiency, and advanced technology. Vietjet is a fully-fledged member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) with an IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certificate, holds the highest 7-star safety rating from airlineratings.com, and has been listed by Airfinance Journal among the world’s 50 best airlines for healthy financing and operations for consecutive years, alongside Best Low-Cost Carrier awards from Skytrax, CAPA, and Airline Ratings.
Passengers flying on Vietjet’s modern, fuel-efficient fleet enjoy attentive service and a wide range of freshly prepared hot meals, including iconic Vietnamese favorites such as pho, banh mi, and traditional Vietnamese iced milk coffee, with select special flights featuring unique onboard cultural performances. Building on its Sri Lankan debut, Vietjet is further expanding its global network with upcoming routes from Hanoi to Prague (Czech Republic) and Almaty (Kazakhstan) later this year. Through its main hub in Ho Chi Minh City, travellers from Colombo will gain convenient onward connectivity across Vietnam, the Asia-Pacific region, and beyond.
For media inquiries and additional information, local media contacts include Ms. Dilushi Siyambalapitiya at [email protected] (+94 764 477 489) and Vietjet representative Ms. Kieu Duong (Amy) at [email protected] (+84 932 775 066), or visit www.vietjetair.com.
