As Vietjet prepares to launch its direct route between Colombo and Ho Chi Minh City on 18 August 2026, the airline is celebrating two recent honours from the 2026 Flyers’ Choice Awards, organised by AirlineRatings: “Favourite Low-Cost Carrier” and “Best Cabin Crew Uniform.” Determined by travellers’ votes, the awards recognise Vietjet’s distinctive brand and cabin crew style, adding to the anticipation surrounding the airline’s arrival in Sri Lanka.
Vietjet’s first-place finishes in both categories reflect different aspects of the airline experience that resonate with passengers, from accessible fares and an expanding network to the distinctive style of its cabin crew. Together, the honours add to Vietjet’s growing international profile as the airline continues to offer affordable and convenient travel options alongside a modern onboard experience.
Sharon Petersen, CEO of AirlineRatings, said: “Winning in two categories marks an important tipping point for Vietjet. The airline is now firmly recognised on the global stage, with its uniform playing a key role in that recognition. Unique, fun and instantly recognisable, it leaves a lasting impression long after the flight. The Flyers’ Choice win for best cabin crew uniform reinforces this.”
Created by European designers, Vietjet’s cabin crew uniform features the airline’s signature red and combines youthful energy with inspiration from youth cadet attire. Bow ties, garrison caps, plaid patterns, and contemporary styling create a distinctive look that breaks away from conventional airline uniforms.
More than workwear, Vietjet’s signature red has become an integral part of the airline’s identity in the sky, representing a youthful, friendly, confident, and forward-looking spirit.
Vietjet’s appeal also lies in its increasingly diverse onboard offerings, featuring a choice of nine fresh, wholesome hot meals, Vikkafe beverages, and onboard shopping for duty-free goods, gifts, and travel essentials, the same onboard experience Sri Lankan travellers will be able to enjoy from the very first flight connecting Colombo to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s commercial hub.
On board Vietjet’s modern, new-generation aircraft, destination-inspired music, special cultural and artistic performances, and the warm service of its young, attentive cabin crew bring added colour and energy to every journey high above the clouds.
Vietjet has consistently maintained AirlineRatings’ highest seven-star safety rating and has been recognised among the world’s safest airlines for many consecutive years. The airline has also received international recognition from CAPA, Skytrax, World Travel Awards, and other organisations for its safety, service, customer experience, and brand value.
From Vietnam, Vietjet continues to expand across the Asia-Pacific region and into new markets in Europe. For Sri Lankan travellers, the airline will offer 3 round-trip flights per week between Colombo and Ho Chi Minh City, as well as connections to major cities and tourist hot spots in Southeast Asia, Australia, China, Japan, South Korea…
The annual Flyers’ Choice Awards are the only AirlineRatings awards determined entirely by travellers. With around 40,000 verified votes cast in 2026, the awards provide direct insight into the airlines earning travellers’ confidence and loyalty.
These two new honours mark another milestone in Vietjet’s journey from a new-age Vietnamese carrier to a global aviation brand recognised for safety, modernity, individuality, and its growing connection with travellers worldwide, a connection that now extends to Sri Lanka.
About Vietjet: The new-age carrier Vietjet has not only revolutionised the aviation industry in Vietnam but also been a pioneering airline across the region and around the world. With a focus on cost management ability, effective operations, and performance, applying the latest technology to all activities and leading the trend, Vietjet offers flying opportunities with cost-saving and flexible fares as well as diversified services to meet customers’ demands.
Vietjet is a fully-fledged member of International Air Transport Association (IATA) with the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certificate. As Vietnam’s largest private carrier, the airline has been awarded the highest ranking for safety with 7 stars by the world’s only safety and product rating website airlineratings.com and listed as one of the world’s 50 best airlines for healthy financing and operations by Airfinance Journal in many consecutive years. The airline has also been named as Best Low-Cost Carrier by renowned organisations such as Skytrax, CAPA, Airline Ratings, and many others.
Further information at www.vietjetair.com
