The Ahmedabad to Hanoi direct flight is finally real — Vietnam Airlines will start nonstop flights between Ahmedabad and Hanoi on 3 November 2026, flying four times a week. This is the first-ever direct air link between Gujarat and Vietnam's capital, and it makes Vietnam the easiest international trip for Gujarati travellers this winter.
Vietnam is booming among Indian travellers right now: more than 670,000 Indians visited Vietnam in the first nine months of 2026, up 33% year-on-year, making India Vietnam's eighth-largest source market. With a new direct flight from Gujarat plus VietJet's Ahmedabad–Phu Quoc direct (from 3 December), this is officially the Vietnam season for Ahmedabad.
Ahmedabad to Hanoi Direct Flight: Schedule and Timings
Vietnam Airlines announced the new route in its winter schedule update. Here is what is confirmed:
- Route: Hanoi (HAN) ↔ Ahmedabad (AMD), nonstop
- Start date: 3 November 2026
- Frequency: 4 times a week — Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Aircraft: Airbus A321
- India network: Ahmedabad becomes Vietnam Airlines' fifth Indian destination after Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, taking its India schedule to 25 round trips a week across 7 routes
The four weekly flights feed into Vietnam Airlines' Southeast Asia network from Hanoi, so travellers from Gujarat can now reach Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Ho Chi Minh City and Hue with a single short connection instead of long layovers in Bangkok or Singapore.
Why This Ahmedabad–Hanoi Direct Flight Matters
Before this announcement, every Ahmedabad–Vietnam trip meant a connection — usually via Bangkok, Singapore or Delhi, adding 4–8 hours each way. The nonstop Hanoi flights from Ahmedabad cut the journey to about 4.5–5 hours and, more importantly, open up a whole new route map from Gujarat: Hanoi as a base gives easy access to Ha Long Bay, Sapa and Ninh Binh, the three places that define a North Vietnam trip.
For trade and business travellers, the link is equally significant — the Ahmedabad route is aimed at the Gujarat–Vietnam business corridor as much as at tourists. Aviation Week's route briefing notes the route as one of the most significant new India additions of the winter season.
Visa Rules for Indians Flying to Vietnam
Indian passport holders need a visa, but it is one of the easiest in Asia:
- Vietnam e-visa: apply online at evisa.gov.vn — single-entry, 30 days, US$25 (around ₹2,200)
- Processing: usually 3–5 working days; approval letter emailed to you
- What you need: passport valid 6+ months, a digital photo, and your arrival airport (Noi Bai, Hanoi)
Apply at least a week before the Ahmedabad to Hanoi direct flight so the e-visa is in hand before you book seats. FlyingEasyGo handles the Vietnam e-visa application process end-to-end for customers — documentation check, filing and follow-up — so you never have to worry about a rejected form.
Best Time to Visit Hanoi from Ahmedabad
October to April is the best time to visit Hanoi — pleasant 15–25°C days, clear skies and the beautiful autumn–winter light that makes the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake shine. The new direct flight starts exactly as this season opens, which is no coincidence: November–February is when Hanoi looks its best and when Gujarati families travel the most (wedding season and winter holidays).
5-Day Hanoi Trip Itinerary from India
- Day 1: Arrive Hanoi — Hoan Kiem Lake, Old Quarter food walk (try pho, bun cha, egg coffee)
- Day 2: Hanoi sightseeing — Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, Train Street
- Day 3: Ha Long Bay day cruise (the highlight — book a day boat with kayaking)
- Day 4: Ninh Binh day trip — Tam Coc boat ride through limestone karsts ("Ha Long Bay on land")
- Day 5: Last-minute shopping (Dong Xuan market) and the direct flight home
Ahmedabad to Hanoi Trip Cost for Indians (Approximate)
- Flights: ₹28,000–₹42,000 return per person on the new direct service (approximate; launch fares are usually cheapest)
- 4-star hotel: ₹3,500–₹5,500 per night
- Food + local transport: ₹1,500–₹2,500 per day
- Ha Long Bay day cruise: ₹5,000–₹8,000 per person
- Total 5-day trip: approximately ₹55,000–₹80,000 per person
Pro Tips for Indians on the New Ahmedabad–Hanoi Flight
- Book early: launch-week fares on a new direct route are typically the cheapest it will ever be — check the first two weeks of November
- Vegetarian and Jain food is widely available in Hanoi's Old Quarter and at Indian restaurants near Hoan Kiem Lake
- Carry some Vietnamese dong: small vendors and street food stalls prefer cash; cards work at hotels and malls
- Combine with Phu Quoc: if you can shift dates to December, pair this route with the new Ahmedabad–Phu Quoc direct flight for a North + South Vietnam trip with zero backtracking
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Ahmedabad to Hanoi direct flight start?
Vietnam Airlines starts Ahmedabad–Hanoi nonstops on 3 November 2026, flying 4 times a week (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday) on an Airbus A321.
How long is the Ahmedabad to Hanoi flight?
The nonstop Ahmedabad–Hanoi flight takes approximately 4.5–5 hours, compared to 10–14 hours with a connection via Bangkok, Singapore or Delhi.
Do Indians need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes — Indian passport holders need a Vietnam e-visa (US$25, single entry, 30 days), applied online at evisa.gov.vn with 3–5 working days' processing.
Which is cheaper: Ahmedabad–Hanoi or Ahmedabad–Phu Quoc direct?
Both are new routes with launch fares. Hanoi suits culture-and-landscape trips (Ha Long Bay, Sapa); Phu Quoc suits beach holidays. Compare launch fares for your dates — early November for Hanoi, December onwards for Phu Quoc.
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