Visit Indochina Welcomes Major Charter Flights from Thailand, Signaling a Strong Start to 2026 for Thai Tourism to Vietnam

On December 31, 2025 and the first day of 2026, Visit Indochina welcomed major charter flight groups from Thailand, marking a strong opening for a year widely expected to see continued growth in international inbound tourism.

Kicking off 2026 in strong momentum as Visit Indochina launches Thailand–Vietnam charter flights, marking a promising start to the new tourism year.

Charter flights — full aircrafts leased to transport large tour groups — reflect the steady recovery and expansion of group travel demand between Thailand and Vietnam. During this period, two charter flights operating on the Bangkok–Hanoi and Bangkok–Da Nang routes brought hundreds of Thai travelers to explore and enjoy key destinations in Northern and Central Vietnam.

Visit Indochina’s Danang operations team on site to welcome Thailand charter flights during the year-end festive season.

Professional ground handling and warm welcomes as Thai charter flight passengers arrive in Northern Vietnam.

According to Visit Indochina’s long-term inbound market data, Thailand continues to hold the leading position among the company’s top 10 traditional source markets, accounting for the highest volume and proportion of international arrivals over many consecutive years.

With strong destination appeal and close geographical proximity, Thai travelers increasingly choose Vietnam — particularly Northern and Central regions — for leisure, cultural discovery, and nature-based experiences. Vietnam continues to attract Thai visitors through its rich cultural identity, diverse landscapes, and iconic attractions such as Ba Na Hills, Tam Dao, Sapa, and Fansipan.

Cultural immersion highlights the appeal of Vietnam’s heritage experiences for Thai travelers.

Since 2023, Visit Indochina has consistently operated charter flights from Thailand throughout 2023, 2024, and 2025, entering 2026 with highly positive momentum. The sustained operation of large-scale charter programs not only demonstrates the company’s credibility and capacity in handling high-volume groups but also contributes to promoting Vietnam’s tourism image across Southeast Asia.

In recent days, Thai charter groups traveling in Northern Vietnam have experienced itineraries covering Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, and Ha Long Bay, offering a seamless blend of heritage, nature, and cultural immersion.

From mountains to heritage bays, Northern Vietnam continues to captivate Thai charter groups

Meanwhile, groups arriving in Central Vietnam have chosen routes combining Hue, Ba Na Hills, Da Nang, and Hoi An, balancing relaxation, heritage exploration, and entertainment.

Central Vietnam remains a top choice for Thai visitors, blending heritage, nature, and leisure experiences.

During the New Year holiday period, Vietnam’s major tourism hubs recorded a surge in international arrivals, with Hanoi, Phu Quoc, Ha Long Bay, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City emerging as standout destinations.

According to agreements signed with Thai partners, Visit Indochina plans to operate at least two additional charter flights from Thailand in 2026 — one during the early months of the year and another coinciding with the Songkran Festival period.

Amid ongoing global uncertainties affecting many destinations worldwide, Vietnam continues to position itself as a safe, peaceful, and welcoming choice for international travelers. Political stability, diverse natural landscapes, and the warmth of local hospitality remain key factors attracting visitors, particularly from Southeast Asia.

Strong group demand reflects the steady recovery and growth of Thailand’s outbound travel to Vietnam.

The return of large-scale Thai charter flights at the very beginning of 2026 stands as clear evidence of Vietnam’s growing and sustainable appeal as a leading regional tourism destination.

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