Long Thanh International Airport scheduled to begin operations in December 2026

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) has reported plans to commence operations at Long Thanh International Airport starting at 0:00 on December 24, 2026. Essential construction works under component project 3 have reached approximately 86% completion, with most remaining packages expected to finish within December.

In its initial phase, the airport is projected to handle a maximum of 366 flights per week, consisting of 322 domestic and 44 international flights. Major carriers such as Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air are preparing to implement routes connecting the new hub to Hanoi and other major economic and tourism centers.

To ensure efficient operations, authorities are focusing on transport connectivity between Ho Chi Minh City and the airport. Since rail links will not be operational during the early stages, passenger transport will rely on road networks. Proposed routes include the Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh - Dau Giay expressway combined with Nhon Trach Bridge and Ring Road 3, or via the Bien Hoa - Vung Tau expressway.