Vietnam Airlines launches direct flight to Munich

October 06, 2024 - 21:57

Vietnam Airlines (VNA) on October 5 officially launched its first and only direct flight between Việt Nam and Munich, the capital of Bavaria.

Representatives cutting a ribbon to luanch the first flight between Vietnam and Munich. — Photo courtesy of VNA

HÀ NỘI — Vietnam Airlines (VNA) on October 5 officially launched its first and only direct flight between Vietnam and Munich, the capital of Bavaria. The inaugural flight, designated VN35, departed from Hà Nội's Nội Bài Airport at 00:05.

Following the inaugural flight, Vietnam Airlines plans to expand its service with a route from HCM City to Munich, set to launch on October 7, 2023.

This two-times weekly service will depart Hà Nội for Munich on Fridays and Sundays, and depart Munich for Hà Nội on Mondays and Saturdays, operated by the modern wide-body aircraft Boeing 787.

For HCM City – Munich service, flights will operate from HCM City on Mondays, and Munich on Tuesdays. Additional frequency will be seen from December 2024 with flights departing HCM City and Munich on Wednesdays and Thursdays respectively.

Munich is an important economic, tourism and transportation center in Germany. This city is also celebrated for its architectural splendor, rich history and cultural heritage. Munich is also known for Oktoberfest - the most famous beer festival in the world held every October. — VNS

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