Air Busan highlights Hanoi as a top destination for Korean travellers. YONHAP/VNA Photo
The Republic of Korea’s carrier Air Busan will resume services on the Busan Hanoi route after a six year halt, operating non regular flights four times a week from December 31 through March 1 next year.
Flights will run on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, departing Gimhae International Airport at 8.30 pm local time and arriving at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport at 11.30 pm. The return leg will leave Hanoi at 12.40 am and land in Gimhae at 7.05 am, with a total flight time of about five hours. An A321neo aircraft with 232 seats will operate the route.
The carrier highlighted Hanoi as a top destination for Korean travellers, citing its historic temples and scenic landscapes. It also promoted nearby Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO world natural heritage site known for its limestone cliffs and dramatic seascapes.
Air Busan noted rising demand for trips to Sapa, often called the Switzerland of Vietnam, which has become increasingly popular among Korean visitors. Improved transport infrastructure has made it easier to pair Sapa with Hanoi in a single itinerary.
The airline launched regular flights on this route in October 2018 but suspended operations in February 2020 due to the Covid 19 pandemic. The resumption is expected to boost connecting demand with its existing Vietnam routes, including Danang and Nha Trang.
An Air Busan representative said no domestic airline currently flies this route from Gimhae Airport, making its service a more convenient option for local travellers. The airline plans to keep expanding its route offerings to provide more choice for residents.