Vietnam Airlines has announced the cancellation and rescheduling of several flights due to the anticipated impact of Typhoon Yagi. The airline will cancel 34 flights and adjust the departure times of 78 domestic and international flights.
The carrier’s representative stated that flight times may change depending on the typhoon’s progression and authorities’ directives. Passengers are advised to stay updated through the contact details provided on their tickets.
Dinh Viet Thang, Director of the Civil Aviation Authority, ordered a temporary suspension of flight operations at four airports on September 7th: Van Don Airport from 4:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Cat Bi Airport from 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Noi Bai Airport from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Tho Xuan Airport from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The director particularly highlighted the potential impact of the typhoon’s outer bands, which could cause prolonged heavy rainfall and flooding at Dien Bien and Vinh airports.
It is estimated that Typhoon Yagi may affect approximately 240 domestic and 70 international flights.
Below are the specific changes to Vietnam Airlines’ flights:
Cancelled Domestic Flights:
Cancelled International Flights:
International Flights with Rescheduled Departure Times (tentative):
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