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Andrew The Aviation Company Chairman Mahen Kariyawasan (left) with Vietnam Ambassador to Sri Lanka Trinh Thi Tam
VietJet Air yesterday officially marked the opening of its Colombo office at a special ceremony inaugurated by Vietnam Ambassador to Sri Lanka Trinh Thi Tam.
The airline’s operations in Sri Lanka will be represented by its General Sales Agent (GSA) Andrew The Aviation Company Ltd., under the leadership of its Chairman Mahen Kariyawasan.
The Colombo office will serve as a key point for passenger services, trade partnerships, travel agent support and operational coordination in Sri Lanka.
VietJet Air is expected to further enhance connectivity between the two countries while promoting tourism, trade and cultural exchanges.
The Colombo – Ho Chi Minh City route is expected to commence in August 2026 with four round-trip flights per week. The Colombo – Ho Chi Minh City route is expected to commence in August 2026 with four round-trip flights per week.
Addressing the ceremonial opening, Ambassador Tam highlighted the growing relations between Vietnam and Sri Lanka and welcomed the expansion of VietJet Air’s presence in the Sri Lankan market.
Andrew The Aviation Company Chairman Mahen Kariyawasan stated that the partnership with VietJet Air would contribute significantly towards increasing travel opportunities and supporting the growth of tourism and commercial cooperation between the two nations.
VietJet Air, one of Vietnam’s leading low-cost carriers, continues to expand its international footprint across Asia with a strong focus on connectivity, affordability, and customer convenience.
