Vietjet has announced a limited-time promotional offer for its new Colombo–Ho Chi Minh City service, with one-way Eco fares starting from USD 90, inclusive of taxes and fees, alongside 20kg of complimentary checked baggage.
The airline's first scheduled route connecting Sri Lanka and Vietnam is set to commence operations on 18 August 2026, strengthening travel and tourism links between the two countries.
The special promotion runs from 20 July to 23 July 2026 (Sri Lanka time) and is available for bookings made through the Vietjet website or the Vietjet Air mobile app. Passengers who select the 20kg checked baggage option during booking will receive it free of charge, regardless of their ticket class.
The promotional fares apply to travel between 18 August 2026 and 31 March 2027, subject to blackout dates.
Three Weekly Direct Flights
The new route will operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Colombo to Ho Chi Minh City: Departs Bandaranaike International Airport at 11:00 p.m. and arrives at 5:55 a.m. the following day.
Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo: Departs at 6:15 p.m. and arrives in Colombo at 9:50 p.m. (all local times).
The direct service provides Sri Lankan travellers with convenient access to Ho Chi Minh City's renowned culinary scene, cultural attractions and vibrant business hub, while also offering seamless onward connections across Vietnam and the wider Asia-Pacific region through Vietjet's expanding network.
Passengers can connect to destinations including Australia, Japan, South Korea, China, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines.
The new route is also expected to boost inbound tourism by making it easier for Vietnamese and regional travellers to visit Sri Lanka's beaches, wildlife attractions, hill country and cultural destinations, supporting stronger two-way tourism between the two nations.
Travellers flying with Vietjet will enjoy the airline's modern fleet, onboard hospitality and a selection of hot meals, including popular Vietnamese dishes such as pho, banh mi, and Vietnamese iced milk coffee.
Members of the Vietjet SkyJoy loyalty programme can also earn and redeem reward points across Vietjet services and more than 250 partner brands covering travel, dining, shopping and lifestyle experiences.
Mahinda and Sujatha Clinch SP Aerobic Gymnastics Championship Titles
Mahinda College, Galle and Sujatha Vidyalaya, Matara emerged as the boys' and girls' champions respectively at the Aerobic Gymnastics competition of the Southern Province Schools Games, held recently.
The championship, organised by the Southern Province Education Department, took place at the Dr. C.W.W. Kannangara Memorial Hall at Richmond College, Galle, bringing together some of the province's top school gymnasts.
In the boys' category, Mahinda College, Galle claimed the championship title, while Amarasuriya College, Meepawala finished as runners-up. Narandeniya National School, Kamburupitiya secured third place.
In the girls' competition, Sujatha Vidyalaya, Matara emerged as champions. Sangamitta College, Galle finished in second place, with Southlands College, Galle taking third place.
The event showcased the growing popularity of aerobic gymnastics among school athletes in the Southern Province, highlighting impressive performances and strong competition from participating schools.
Vietjet Offers Fares from USD 90 on New Sri Lanka–Vietnam Route
