Aviation authorities have facilitated airlines in increasing seat availability on routes, allowing for more affordable airfares during the Tet holiday.
Airlines have opened ticket sales for Tet since September. Photo: TIA.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) recently issued a decision to adjust the slot coordination parameters at Tan Son Nhat International Airport for the period between January 14 and February 12, 2025, in preparation for the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.
Specifically, the number of flights at the airport will increase from 42 flights per hour to 46 flights per hour during the time frame from 6:00 AM to 11:55 PM. During the hours from midnight to 5:55 AM, the number of flights will increase from 32 flights per hour to 42 flights per hour.
At the domestic terminal, the number of flights departing from Hall A will increase from 13 flights per hour to 15 flights per hour, while departures from Hall B will increase from 11 flights per hour to 13 flights per hour. Domestic arrivals will rise from 21 flights per hour to 22 flights per hour.
According to the CAAV, the early issuance of this decision will help airlines and relevant units in the industry proactively plan and prepare for Tet 2025. It will also provide timely information to passengers, enabling them to plan their travel effectively and choose appropriate flights for their needs. needs.
Moreover, the increase in slot coordination parameters will allow airlines to expand their operations and increase seat availability on various routes, thereby offering more affordable and reasonably priced airfares during the high-demand Tet season.
The CAAV emphasizes that it will strictly manage slot usage to ensure efficient utilization of the airport’s infrastructure, maximize operational capacity and ensure that air transport services meet the high travel demand during Tet. This will also ensure safety, security, and stable service quality.
Previously, since September, the Vietnam Airlines Group (comprising Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines, and VASCO) had opened early sales of nearly 1.5 million Tet tickets across its domestic flight network. This was the first wave of ticket sales based on the approved flight schedule from the regulatory authority.
Meanwhile, Vietjet Air has also released early sales for 2.6 million Tet tickets for the period from January 15 to February 12, 2025.
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Source: Vietnam Insider