Hanoi, June 16, 2026 – Traveling between Europe and Southeast Asia just became significantly easier. Vietnam Airlines has officially launched its highly anticipated direct flight route between Hanoi (HAN) and Amsterdam (AMS), marking the first time in aviation history that a direct air bridge connects Vietnam and the Netherlands.

This monumental milestone underscores the national carrier’s continuous efforts to expand its international flight network, strengthening economic, trade, and luxury tourism ties between Vietnam and Europe's leading commercial hubs.

Flight Schedule and Fleet Details: Hanoi to Amsterdam Direct
The inaugural flight, VN83, departed from Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport at 3:50 AM on June 16, carrying nearly 300 passengers. The route is operated using the state-of-the-art, wide-body Airbus A350, ensuring premium comfort, world-class in-flight entertainment, and top-tier service for long-haul travelers.

After a smooth 12-hour journey, the aircraft lands at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). The return flight, VN82, departs Amsterdam at 2:00 PM (local time) on the same day.

Vietnam Airlines will operate the Hanoi – Amsterdam route with a frequency of 3 round-trip flights per week, scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

A Strategic Gateway for European Travelers to Southeast Asia
As one of Europe’s most vital financial, logistics, and tourism centers, Amsterdam serves as a massive continental hub. The new direct route provides Dutch and European travelers with an effortless, time-saving travel option to explore the cultural riches of Vietnam and neighboring Indochina destinations like Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Nguyen Quang Trung, Deputy General Director of Vietnam Airlines, emphasized:

"The Hanoi – Amsterdam route highlights Vietnam Airlines' strategic international expansion. Our goal is to bring Vietnamese passengers closer to global hubs while making it seamless for international friends to discover Vietnam. As the national flag carrier, we will continue to invest in premium service quality and network expansion to fulfill our role as the ultimate aviation bridge between Vietnam and the world."

With Amsterdam Schiphol Airport offering extensive codeshare and transit networks to hundreds of destinations worldwide, this route opens up unmatched flexibility for European leisure travelers, luxury honeymooners, and corporate MICE groups looking to experience the best of Southeast Asia.

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