Long Thanh International Airport targets December 2026 commercial launch

Long Thanh International Airport ACV aviation infrastructure Vietnam transport airport construction

Long Thanh International Airport is preparing for commercial operations, with a target start date of December 24, 2026. The Vietnam Airports Corporation (ACV) reports that 12 out of 16 main construction packages are meeting progress requirements.

The initial phase, scheduled from December 2026 to March 2027, will utilize the West Wing and central terminal area. During this period, the airport expects a maximum of 366 flights per week, primarily focusing on domestic and short-haul international routes. Major carriers including Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet have already registered for approximately 20-30 flights per day.

Phased expansion plans indicate that by the second stage (April to October 2027), passenger volume is expected to reach 50% of design capacity. Full capacity is targeted for October 2027. To ensure readiness, ACV will conduct three rounds of operational testing between September and December 2026, covering passenger service, baggage handling, airside operations, and security.

Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc has inspected the site and ordered the acceleration of construction for both the airport and its connecting infrastructure, including the HCM City - Long Thanh expressway expansion and various access roads, emphasizing that safety must be guaranteed before operations commence.

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Airports Corporation of Vietnam · Dong Nai · Ho Chi Minh City · Long Thanh International Airport · Pham Gia Túc · Vietjet · Vietjet Air · Vietnam Airlines · Vietnam Airports Corporation

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[● 4 SOURCES] The airport's first phase will operate the West Wing and central terminal area from December 2026 to March 2027. tuoitre.vn · doanhnghieptiepthi.vn · nhandan.vn
[● 3 SOURCES] Approximately 18,000 billion VND in payment documents are currently facing processing difficulties.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The HCM City - Long Thanh expressway expansion project is being widened from 4 to 8-10 lanes.
[● 8 SOURCES] ACV expects commercial operations at Long Thành International Airport to begin around December 24, 2026. nhandan.vn · kienthuc.net.vn · doanhnghieptiepthi.vn · baoxaydung.vn · tuoitre.vn
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Long Thanh airport project has a total investment of nearly 99,000 billion VND. kienthuc.net.vn
[● 5 SOURCES] Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc ordered the acceleration of construction to ensure safety before operations begin. kienthuc.net.vn · www.vietnamplus.vn · thanhnien.vn
[● 5 SOURCES] Out of 16 main construction packages for the airport, 12 are meeting progress requirements. kienthuc.net.vn · tuoitre.vn · nhandan.vn · cafef.vn · kenh14.vn
[● 6 SOURCES] During the first phase, the airport expects a maximum of 366 flights per week. doanhnghieptiepthi.vn · nhandan.vn · cafef.vn · kenh14.vn · tuoitre.vn