Expanding international flight presence, creating a seamless experience
At 02:25 AM, flight 9G450 of Sun PhuQuoc Airways departed from Phu Quoc International Airport to Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea at 09:55 (local time). On the return leg, nearly 230 passengers from Seoul arrived in Phu Quoc on the airline's inaugural flight, opening a new connection between the two destinations rich in tourism and trade potential.
Tourists on flights from Seoul to Phu Quoc of the airline
The Phu Quoc - Seoul (South Korea) route is operated with a frequency of 1 flight/day, and will be increased to 2 flights/day in the next phase. Tourists flying with the airline will receive a free Sun World Hon Thom cable car ticket (applicable until the end of June 2026), and enjoy discounts of up to 30% on accommodation, dining, spa, and entertainment services in Phu Quoc.
Not only is it the addition of an international flight route, but the Phu Quoc - Seoul route is also positioned as a "strategic connection hub", bringing the Jade Island closer to the Northeast Asian market, while expanding connectivity to other regions through one of the region's major air transit centers.
Sun Executive Lounge at Phu Quoc Airport International Terminal
Along with the launch of the flight route, Sun PhuQuoc Airways simultaneously put the Sun Executive Lounge into operation at Phu Quoc International Terminal, completing the lounge system at both terminals. This is a move to elevate the passenger experience right from the starting point. The lounge space is designed with the concept of an "aviation academy" with the mark of architect Bill Bensley, combined with authentic Vietnamese culinary experiences and international culinary brands. The investment in lounges is not only aimed at improving service quality but also contributes to making cultural and identity elements a part of the flight journey.
The airline implements an in-hotel check-in model
Concurrently, the airline implements an in-hotel check-in model, allowing passengers to complete check-in and receive boarding passes at their accommodation. Luggage is received and transported directly to the airport following standard procedures, helping passengers save time and fully enjoy their vacation before departure. In the initial phase, the service is applied at hotels such as La Festa Phu Quoc - Curio Collection by Hilton and New World Phu Quoc Resort, and also serves guests staying in the Sunset Town and Bai Kem areas.
Tourists receive the airline's welcome gift on the first flight to Seoul
The combination of lounge service and hotel check-in demonstrates Sun PhuQuoc Airways' clear direction in building a seamless "fly - resort" journey, where the experience is not just limited to the flight but extends throughout the entire trip.
Adding a new "silk ribbon" connecting Vietnam - Korea
Seoul, with Incheon International Airport, is one of the region's important air transit hubs, connecting Northeast Asia with North America, Europe, and many international markets. The establishment of the direct Phu Quoc - Seoul flight route not only serves direct travel needs but also opens up opportunities to access a larger passenger network.
Ribbon cutting for the inaugural flight at Incheon International Airport
Vietnamese Ambassador to South Korea, Mr. Vu Ho, stated that amidst the strong development of relations between the two countries, South Korea is currently one of Vietnam's most important international tourist markets. The addition of the direct Phu Quoc - Seoul flight route will contribute to promoting tourism exchange, economic ties, and people-to-people connections between the two nations.
The route is operated under a full-service model, offering a complete experience from meals, checked baggage, to Business Class cabins and priority services. When combined with Sun Group's tourism - resort - entertainment ecosystem in Phu Quoc, the journey for tourists is expanded into a comprehensive experience, rather than just a mode of transport.
The airline welcomes visitors to Phu Quoc
The launch of the Phu Quoc - Seoul flight route, along with the synchronization of ground-to-air experience services, demonstrates Sun PhuQuoc Airways' consistent approach: developing the flight network alongside enhancing the experience.
In the context of increasing competition in the region, connections invested in with synchronized services and ecosystems are expected to play a crucial role in enhancing the capacity to attract international visitors, while simultaneously gradually positioning Phu Quoc as a new air - tourism gateway of Vietnam.
