Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) has officially opened ticket sales for two new direct routes linking Chengdu, China with Phu Quoc and Ho Chi Minh City, marking another step in the airline’s international network expansion in one of the most important source markets for Vietnam’s tourism industry. As the first carrier to launch a scheduled direct service between Phu Quoc and Chengdu, SPA is also rolling out fare discounts of up to 20%, complimentary Sun World cable car tickets, and a series of exclusive privileges within Sun Group’s integrated ecosystem.
Opening a new gateway connecting Vietnam and Southwest China
The introduction of two new routes to Chengdu marks another step in Sun PhuQuoc Airways’ expansion in China, one of the largest international source markets for Vietnam’s tourism industry.
According to the planned schedule, the Phu Quoc – Chengdu route will officially commence operations on 16 July 2026, with three round-trip flights per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
The flight is scheduled to depart from Phu Quoc International Airport at 16:25 (local time) and arrive at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport at 21:05; the return flight is scheduled to depart Chengdu at 22:05 and arrive in Phu Quoc at 00:50 (local time).
This will be the first scheduled direct route connecting Phu Quoc and Chengdu, reducing travel time to under four hours and offering a more convenient travel option for passengers in both directions.
From 12 August 2026, Sun PhuQuoc Airways will further expand its Chengdu network with the launch of the Ho Chi Minh City – Chengdu route, operated with four round-trip flights per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.
Flights are scheduled to depart from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at 16:35 (local time) and arrive at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport at 21:05; the return flight is scheduled to depart Chengdu at 22:05 and arrive in Ho Chi Minh City at 01:00 (local time).
The new service will provide an additional full-service travel option between Vietnam’s largest economic hub and Southwest China.
China has been identified as one of Sun PhuQuoc Airways’ strategic markets. The simultaneous launch of two routes to Chengdu further underscores the airline’s commitment to expanding its presence in the largest international source market for Vietnam’s tourism industry, while strengthening connectivity between key tourism and economic hubs of the two countries.
With a population of more than 21 million, Chengdu is a major economic, commercial and transport hub in Southwest China, as well as one of the country’s fastest-growing outbound travel markets. The city is renowned for its giant pandas, Sichuan cuisine, Sichuan opera and rich cultural heritage.
One ticket, a world of privileges across the Sun Group ecosystem
To celebrate the opening of ticket sales from 26 June to 26 July 2026, Sun PhuQuoc Airways is offering fare discounts of up to 20% on both new routes.
Passengers booking early on the Phu Quoc – Chengdu route will also have access to special launch fares from just VND 2,408,000 one way.
In addition to fare promotions, passengers will enjoy a range of privileges across the Sun Group ecosystem. Travellers flying to Phu Quoc will receive complimentary tickets to experience the Sun World Hon Thom Cable Car, while passengers arriving in Ho Chi Minh City will receive Sun World Ba Den Mountain Cable Car tickets.
Visitors will also enjoy discounts of up to 30% on selected accommodation, dining, spa, entertainment and leisure services in Phu Quoc.
Each journey with SPA is also connected to Sun Signature - Sun Group’s loyalty programme. In partnership with NCB and Visa, reward points accumulated from flights can be redeemed across more than 1,600 touchpoints within the ecosystem, from air tickets, hotels and attractions to everyday services - all integrated into a single membership card with global payment functionality.
“Resort in the Sky” - Five-star service from the ground to the sky
Guided by its “Resort in the Sky” philosophy, the Sun PhuQuoc Airways journey begins even before take-off.
In Phu Quoc, passengers can check in directly at hotels within the Sun Group ecosystem and enjoy the Sun Executive Lounge, which embodies the airline’s signature resort-inspired hospitality, from a bespoke scent to a curated menu that brings together the finest elements of Vietnamese and European cuisine, alongside well-loved brands such as Eric Kayser, TWG Tea and specialty coffee.
In Ho Chi Minh City, Chengdu and other departure points, the airline connects passengers to a network of international-standard partner lounges.
The experience continues on board, where passengers can enjoy a relaxing cabin ambience enhanced by the La Festa signature scent, comfortable leather seats, wireless in-flight entertainment, and hot meals served throughout the journey.
From handcrafted Eric Kayser pastries to dishes tailored to each route, every detail is thoughtfully curated to deliver a consistent experience for passengers across all cabin classes.
As part of its development roadmap, Sun PhuQuoc Airways plans to further expand its network to key Chinese cities such as Beijing and Shanghai. Strengthening connectivity with one of the world’s largest outbound travel markets represents an important step in the airline’s “Rise to the World” strategy for 2026–2027, while laying the foundation for its next phase of growth as it brings Airbus A330 wide-body aircraft into operation.
