Vietjet Thailand is set to launch its daily Kuala Lumpur–Bangkok service on 9 October 2026, with bookings showing encouraging momentum since tickets went on sale on 29 May 2026. The positive initial response has reinforced the airline’s confidence in the route as a promising addition to its expanding international network.
This new route marks Vietjet Thailand’s inaugural direct connection to Malaysia, offering travellers greater flexibility and supporting growing two-way travel between the two countries.
To introduce the route to the Malaysian market, Vietjet Thailand hosted a Media & Agent Seminar in Kuala Lumpur on 6 August 2026. The event was attended by representatives from the Royal Thai Embassy in Malaysia, the Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Kuala Lumpur Office, Malaysian media, travel agents, and industry partners.
Mr. Pinyot Pibulsonggram, Vice President of Commercial and Customer Service at Vietjet Thailand, said: “Since opening sales on 29 May 2026, we have observed strong booking trends for the Kuala Lumpur–Bangkok route. The early response aligns with our expectations and affirms our belief in the potential of the Malaysian market as we prepare for our inaugural flight on 9 October.
This route is a key part of Vietjet Thailand’s regional growth strategy and will further establish Bangkok as a gateway for Malaysian travellers connecting to destinations across Thailand and beyond. Beyond the launch, our priority is to build sustainable two-way demand through close collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Tourism Malaysia, travel agents, and industry partners. We remain committed to delivering enjoyable travel experiences with friendly service, affordable fares, and memorable journeys under our ‘Enjoy Flying’ philosophy.”
Mr. Mongkol Wattaro, Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Kuala Lumpur Office, added: “Malaysia continues to be Thailand’s second-largest international visitor market, with nearly 2.5 million Malaysian travellers visiting Thailand in the first half of 2026. This reflects the deep and enduring tourism ties between our nations. TAT remains dedicated to working with tourism stakeholders to stimulate year-round travel, encourage Malaysian visitors to discover more of Thailand, and support the sustained growth of tourism between our two markets.”
Flight Schedule (effective 9 October 2026, daily operations):
Kuala Lumpur (KLIA Terminal 2) – Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport)
• Flight VZ681 departs Kuala Lumpur at 15:15 hrs, arriving in Bangkok at 16:30 hrs (local time).
Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport) – Kuala Lumpur (KLIA Terminal 2)
• Flight VZ680 departs Bangkok at 11:00 hrs, arriving in Kuala Lumpur at 14:10 hrs (local time).
The route will be operated using Vietjet Thailand’s new Boeing 737-8 aircraft, configured with 189 seats and designed for modern comfort. The aircraft features a spacious cabin, larger overhead bins, and enhanced operational efficiency, supporting the airline’s ongoing fleet modernisation and regional network expansion.
Beyond Bangkok, the new service offers seamless connections to Vietjet Thailand’s domestic and international network, enabling Malaysian passengers to travel onward to various Thai cities and key regional destinations. With Vietjet Thailand’s convenient Check-Thru service, passengers can check in at Kuala Lumpur and have their baggage transferred directly to their final destination, ensuring smooth transfers via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.
To celebrate the launch, Vietjet Thailand is offering a 100% discount on base fares for the Kuala Lumpur–Bangkok route. This promotion is available for bookings made from 6 to 30 August 2026, for travel between 9 October and 30 November 2026 – presenting an attractive opportunity for passengers to experience the new daily service.
Tickets for the Kuala Lumpur–Bangkok route are now available via www.vietjetair.com and the Vietjet Thailand mobile app. For the latest updates, promotions, and flight information, visit www.vietjetair.com.
