Vietjet wins CAPA’s Asia Low Cost/Hybrid Airline of the Year award

(Vietjet, Japan, October 3, 2026) – Vietjet has been named Asia Low Cost/Hybrid Airline of the Year by CAPA – Centre for Aviation, a leading international provider of market intelligence and analysis for the aviation and travel industries.

Ms. Ho Ngoc Yen Phuong, Vice Chairwoman of the Board of Directors and Group CFO of Vietjet, accepts the award from CAPA on behalf of the airline 

The award was presented at the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Asia 2026 in Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan, recognizing Vietjet’s strategic development and business model innovation.

After 15 years of operations, Vietjet is advancing its Hybrid airline model, built on operational efficiency and cost discipline. The model offers passengers greater choice in fares, amenities, and services, while enabling the airline to expand its international network and enhance the overall passenger experience.

Ms. Ho Ngoc Yen Phuong, Vice Chairwoman of Vietjet’s Board of Directors, Vice President and Group CFO, said: “For Vietjet, Hybrid means offering passengers more choices and better experiences on a foundation of competitive fares, operational efficiency, and safety. We are investing in our fleet, technology, and service capabilities so that every step of our growth creates long-term value for our customers, shareholders, and the markets Vietjet connects.”

Ms. Ho Ngoc Yen Phuong, Vice Chairwoman of the Board of Directors and Group CFO of Vietjet, shares the airline’s growth strategy and vision for integrating into the global aviation value chain at the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Asia 2026 in Hokkaido, Japan 

Vietjet’s Hybrid strategy is reflected in the development of its wide-body Airbus A330 fleet and a broader range of fares and services designed to meet diverse travel needs, from leisure and visiting friends and relatives to business travel. Passengers can choose products and services that best suit their needs, enjoy a diverse menu featuring the finest flavors of Vietnamese and international cuisine, and experience professional and attentive service from Vietjet’s cabin crew.

Vietjet has also announced plans to deploy Starlink satellite Internet across its fleet, aiming to deliver a seamless connected experience in the sky. With high-speed connectivity, passengers will have greater opportunities to work, stay in touch, and enjoy online entertainment throughout their journey.

Alongside enhancing the passenger experience, Vietjet is investing in an aircraft maintenance facility in Long Thanh and exploring opportunities to develop aircraft engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities in Vietnam. The airline is also expanding cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence, data, and cybersecurity. These initiatives will strengthen Vietjet’s technical capabilities, enhance resource resilience, and support greater participation by Vietnamese enterprises in the global aviation value chain.

Internationalization remains a key pillar of Vietjet’s growth strategy. Alongside investments in next-generation aircraft and the expansion of its international flight network, the airline is developing an aviation ecosystem spanning training, maintenance, ground services, and technology, creating a foundation for long-term growth.

 The CAPA award adds to a series of international recognitions for Vietjet. Through its Hybrid strategy, Vietjet aims to expand access to air travel, enhance the passenger experience, and strengthen connectivity between Vietnam and the world, contributing to the growth of tourism, trade, and investment.

CAPA’s Aviation Awards for Excellence recognize aviation companies and leaders for outstanding achievements in strategy, innovation, and contributions to the development of the aviation industry. The 2026 Asia awards ceremony was held on October 1-2, 2026 in Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan.