Vinh Airport runway extension project expected to start in February 2027

The project to extend the runway at Vinh Airport is scheduled to begin construction in February 2027. The expansion includes adding 600 meters to the existing runway, increasing its total length from 2,400 meters to 3,000 meters, and constructing taxiways.

Upon completion, the airport will meet ICAO Code E standards, allowing for expanded international flight operations and increased capacity. According to the Nghe An Department of Construction, Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) has completed mine clearance and ground reinforcement within the existing perimeter.

Land handover is largely complete in Vinh Hung and Vinh Phu wards. In Nghi Loc commune, most land has been handed over, with the remaining area involving defense-related land that requires the relocation of military structures. Due to delays in finalizing cost estimates, the original September 2026 start date is no longer feasible. ACV expects to finalize construction plans and security measures by early 2027, with an estimated construction period of eight months.