Vietnam Airlines has strong business breakthrough in the third quarter

Transported 6.7 million passengers in the third quarter

In the third quarter, despite the unpredictable fluctuations in the world political and economic situation, high fuel prices and exchange rates, and fierce competition in the market, Vietnam Airlines still firmly overcame the challenges.

Specifically, Vietnam Airlines transported 6.7 million passengers, recording an 11% growth compared to the same period last year. In the first 9 months of the year, Vietnam Airlines transported nearly 19.4 million passengers, an increase of more than 12.3% compared to the same period; goods and parcels reached nearly 250,000 tons, equal to 111% compared to the same period.

Regarding the total market, international visitors are estimated to reach 34.5 million arrivals (equivalent to 1.14 times compared to the same period in 2024), while domestic visitors are estimated to reach 28.4 million arrivals, an increase of 7.2% over the same period in 2024.

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Vietnam Airlines has proactively opened many new international routes to meet the increasing travel demand of international passengers to Vietnam and Vietnamese tourists going abroad (Photo: VNA).

International flight network breakthrough, Vietnam Airlines achieves impressive profit after 9 months

Although exchange rate fluctuations caused Vietnam Airlines' costs in the third quarter to increase by nearly VND700 billion, thanks to positive output growth, the airline's financial results for the quarter and the first nine months of 2025 still met and exceeded the plan.

Total consolidated revenue in the third quarter reached VND 30,782 billion, equal to 112.3% compared to the same period in 2024; consolidated profit after tax reached VND 732 billion. Total consolidated revenue in the first 9 months of the year reached VND 90,177 billion, equal to 104.58% compared to the same period in 2024. Consolidated profit after tax reached more than VND 7,174 billion, equal to 114.5% compared to the same period in 2024.

In the first 9 months of 2025, Vietnam Airlines has proactively opened many new international routes to meet the increasing travel demand of international passengers to Vietnam and Vietnamese tourists going abroad. These routes target potential markets with long-term growth prospects, thereby creating important momentum for positive business results.

In the third quarter, Vietnam Airlines issued more than 897 million shares, increasing its capital to VND8,971 billion. The equity of the parent company and consolidated as of September 30 both increased and were no longer negative.

The capital increase and positive business results help Vietnam Airlines strengthen its financial capacity, expand investment in its fleet, infrastructure and digital transformation, meeting development requirements in the 2026-2030 period. Vietnam Airlines also launched a large-scale fleet modernization and development program, marking a strong step forward in the journey to improve operational capacity and expand its international flight network.

Breakthrough with a series of new marks

In addition to business results, the third quarter was a bustling period for Vietnam Airlines with many outstanding activities. At the National Achievement Exhibition “80 Years of Independence - Freedom - Happiness Journey”, Vietnam Airlines' “Aspiration for the Sky” exhibition attracted nearly 1 million visitors and was voted by the organizers as a typical exhibition space.

The image of Vietnam Airlines at this event not only honors the country's 80-year journey but also clearly depicts the spirit of innovation, integration and dedication of the pioneering enterprise in the Vietnamese aviation industry.

Another important milestone is that Vietnam Airlines officially put into operation the Check-in Lounge at Tan Son Nhat Terminal T3, a luxurious check-in space imbued with a pioneering spirit.

This new product not only brings a different, classy experience to passengers, but also redefines aviation service standards in Vietnam, affirming Vietnam Airlines' leading position in the field of service and customer experience.

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Vietnam Airlines made a strong breakthrough in the third quarter with output, revenue and profit all reaching and exceeding the plan (Photo: VNA).

Along with that, Vietnam Airlines continues to focus resources on strategic investment projects such as new aircraft fleet, technical infrastructure at Long Thanh airport, aviation logistics ecosystem and opening new international routes including Hanoi - Cebu, Hanoi - Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh City - Copenhagen.

These are important directions, creating the foundation for the next stage of development, contributing to expanding the international flight network, enhancing regional connectivity and affirming the position of the national airline on the world aviation map.

With impressive results in the third quarter and the first 9 months of 2025, Vietnam Airlines continues to be honored by the international community through a series of awards. The airline is ranked in the “Top 20 best airlines in the world”, “Top 25 safest airlines in the world”, and also achieved the title of “Best premium economy class airline” and “World 5-star airline” according to APEX.

In addition, Vietnam Airlines is also included in the "Top 10 Best Asian Airlines" and "Top 10 Best Airlines" voted by DestinAsia.

Vietnam Airlines is ranked 86/500 in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 list in 2025, recognizing its outstanding financial capacity and scale of operations in the region.

On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of its establishment (May 27, 1995 - May 27, 2025), Vietnam Airlines employees also received a Certificate of Merit from the Prime Minister, recognizing their contributions to the socio-economic development and international integration of Vietnam.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/kinh-doanh/vietnam-airlines-but-pha-kinh-doanh-manh-me-trong-quy-iii-20251030211127334.htm