VietJet Air officially inaugurated its Colombo office yesterday during a special ceremony attended by Vietnam Ambassador to Sri Lanka Trinh Thi Tam.
The airline’s operations in Sri Lanka will be managed by Andrew The Aviation Company Ltd. as its General Sales Agent (GSA), under the leadership of Chairman Mahen Kariyawasan. The office will serve as a hub for passenger services, travel trade partnerships and operational coordination in the country.
Speaking at the event, Ambassador Tam noted the strengthening ties between Vietnam and Sri Lanka and welcomed VietJet Air’s growing presence in the Sri Lankan aviation market. Chairman Mahen Kariyawasan also stated that the partnership is expected to boost travel opportunities while supporting tourism, trade and business cooperation between the two countries.
VietJet Air is planning to commence flights between Colombo and Ho Chi Minh City in August 2026 with four weekly round-trip services. The airline, recognized as one of Vietnam’s leading low-cost carriers, continues to expand its network across Asia with a focus on affordable and convenient travel.
