Vietnam Airlines marks 30-year milestone with 350 millionth passenger

The 350 millionth passenger was presented with a Platinum Lotusmiles membership card, two round-trip domestic Business Class tickets.

The event was organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the People’s Committee of Hue City, and Phu Bai International Airport.

The milestone passenger arrived on flight VN1541 from Hanoi to Hue, which landed at 9:00 AM on July 9. The arrival coincided with the 65th anniversary of Vietnam’s tourism industry and the celebration of National Tourism Year 2025. The aircraft was honoured with a water cannon salute, a traditional aviation gesture reserved for special occasions.

Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Hai Binh speaks at the event.

The 350 millionth passenger was presented with a Platinum Lotusmiles membership card, two round-trip domestic Business Class tickets, and gifts. In addition, ten other passengers — numbered from 349,999,995 to 350,000,005 — received round-trip domestic Economy Class tickets. All passengers on the flight were given Vietnam Airlines-branded souvenirs inspired by the rich cultural heritage of Hue, offering a warm and memorable welcome to the former imperial capital.

Vietnam Airlines President & CEO Le Hong Ha delivers a speech at the event.

This event is one of several activities celebrating the 30th anniversary of Vietnam Airlines, founded in 1995. It underscores the airline’s vital role in connecting regions and driving trade and tourism both within Vietnam and on the global stage.

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Le Hong Ha, President and CEO of Vietnam Airlines, said: “Reaching 350 million passengers is far more than a number — it marks a defining moment in the journey of Vietnam Airlines. It reflects the trust of millions of travellers and the countless stories, reunions, and aspirations we have helped carry over the years. Vietnam Airlines is more than just a transportation provider. We carry the Vietnamese people's cultural identity, hopes, and aspirations with us. Every journey is an invitation for the world to discover the beauty, heritage, and spirit of our nation.”

Vietnam Airlines, together with the People’s Committee of Hue City, the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, and the Hue Department of Tourism, launched a campaign titled _Magical Nights in Hue – Discover to Love.

As part of the celebration, Vietnam Airlines, together with the People’s Committee of Hue City, the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, and the Hue Department of Tourism, launched a campaign titled "Magical Nights in Hue – Discover to Love." The program offers special incentives for domestic and international travellers arriving on Vietnam Airlines night flights, including discounts of up to 80% on accommodations or a complimentary first night at select partner hotels. The campaign is designed to stimulate tourism demand and improve the travel experience in Hue.

The 350 millionth passenger boards flight VN1541 from Hanoi to Hue.

Over the past three decades, Vietnam Airlines has recorded significant achievements. The airline has operated 1.2 million round-trip flights, covering more than 3.04 billion kilometres — the equivalent of circling the Earth 76,000 times. It has transported 350 million passengers, achieving an average annual growth rate of 19%, and carried 4.7 million tons of cargo, with cargo volume growing 8% annually. The Lotusmiles loyalty program has expanded to 7 million members, underscoring strong customer engagement. Since its founding, the airline has generated VND 1.29 quadrillion in revenue and contributed more than VND 67,955 trillion to the state budget.

International visitors were excited by the lion dance welcome.

Vietnam Airlines has grown from a domestic carrier into a global airline, with a fleet now four times larger than when it began. As a member of the SkyTeam alliance, it offers connections to over 1,000 destinations worldwide, spanning Asia, Europe, Australia, and North America.

Conical hats gifted to passengers — sharing the beauty of Vietnamese culture.

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the airline has made a strong recovery, launching new international routes to Melbourne, Perth, Munich, and Milan. A new route to Copenhagen is also set to open this December.

Vietnam Airlines remains focused on expanding its global network, enhancing service quality, and driving sustainable growth through digital innovation and green initiatives. The airline continues to affirm its role as a leading international carrier, proudly representing the Vietnamese identity on the global aviation stage.

On this special flight, Vietnam Airlines proudly showcases its uniforms through the years, celebrating the rich heritage and evolution of Vietnamese culture About Vietnam Airlines: Vietnam Airlines, the national flag carrier of Vietnam and a proud member of the SkyTeam Alliance, connects some of the world’s most dynamic destinations through a network of 106 routes, serving 22 domestic and 36 international destinations across 20 countries. In 2010, Vietnam Airlines cemented its place on the global aviation map by becoming the first Southeast Asian airline to join the SkyTeam Alliance. The airline operates one of the youngest and most modern fleets in Asia, featuring Boeing 787-9 and 787-10 Dreamliners, Airbus A350-900 XWBs, and Airbus A320/A321neos—offering exceptional comfort and service on every journey. The carrier is recognized as one of the region’s leading airlines thanks to its modern fleet and its commitment towards innovation, digitalization and development — earning it international acclaim as validated by numerous prestigious awards including Top 25 World’s Safest Airlines for 2025, Top 20 World’s Best Airlines for 2025, World's Best Value Premium Economy, Top 20 World’s Best Airline by Airline Ratings (2023), Global 5 Star Airline 2023, Major 5 Star Airline 2024 by APEX; Skytrax’s 4 Star Airline for four consecutive years; numerous awards by the World Travel Awards such as World’s Leading Airline – Premium Economy Class” and “World’s Leading Cultural Airline” (2017, 2018), “Asia’s Leading Airline – Economy Class” and “Asia’s Leading Cultural Airline”; “Asia Pacific Airline of the Year” by CAPA (2017)…These achievements testify to the airline’s quality across various products and services. Vietnam Airlines also implements many sustainable development solutions. Not only raising awareness and encouraging innovation, the airline hopes to join hands with airlines worldwide to shape the future of the global aviation industry, reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. Vietnam Airlines has spearheaded Vietnam’s aviation market – one of the fastest-growing domestic markets in the world – throughout 30 years of development at a double-digit annual growth rate. Positioning itself as a modern carrier with high-quality services embedded with a unique Vietnamese cultural identity, Vietnam Airlines aims to be designated as a 5-star, leading Asian airline.

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