Just six weeks after launching its Shanghai–Ho Chi Minh City service, Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) has opened ticket sales for its new nonstop Shanghai–Hanoi route, with daily operations commencing on November 27, 2026. This marks the airline’s fourth route connecting Vietnam and China, making Shanghai the first destination in China to be directly connected by SPA to both Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, and Ho Chi Minh City.
The inaugural Hanoi–Shanghai flight on November 26, 2026, following the first flight from Shanghai to Hanoi is scheduled to depart on the morning of November 27, 2026.The Shanghai-Hanoi route will be operated by Airbus A321neo aircraft. Flight 9G674 will depart from Hanoi at 23:05 and arrive in Shanghai at 03:00 the following morning. Flight 9G675 will depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at 04:15 and arrive at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport at 06:55. (All times are local. Flight schedules are subject to change.)
With one daily round-trip service, passengers departing from Shanghai can arrive in Hanoi in the morning, allowing them to attend business meetings, explore the capital or visit destinations across northern Vietnam. The new route also creates further opportunities for tourism, business exchanges, and visits to friends and relatives in the two cities.
To celebrate the launch, SPA is offering 20% off base fares on the Shanghai–Hanoi route, excluding taxes and fees, for tickets issued between October 31 and November 30, 2026. Passengers in China can book flights, make payments, and check in online through SPA’s website and mobile app, with popular local payment options including WeChat Pay, Alipay, and UnionPay.
In addition, eligible international passengers can receive a complimentary 5GB eSIM through the “Chạm Việt Nam, Kết Nối Ngay!” (Touch Down in Vietnam, Stay Connected) program, helping them stay connected upon arrival in Vietnam.
Sun Signature members can also enjoy tier-based privileges, including access to the Sun Executive Lounge, priority check-in, priority baggage handling, and the opportunity to earn points redeemable for award tickets, baggage, or seat selection.
Since commencing operations, SPA has identified China as one of its key international markets. The airline launched services between Chengdu and Phu Quoc in July, followed by a Chengdu–Ho Chi Minh City service in August. On October 15, 2026, its Shanghai–Ho Chi Minh City service officially commenced operations.
Less than two months later, the launch of the Hanoi–Shanghai route marks SPA’s fourth route to China, further strengthening air connectivity between Vietnam’s two major aviation gateways and one of Asia’s most dynamic economic hubs.
By first linking Chengdu with Phu Quoc and Ho Chi Minh City, and subsequently connecting Shanghai with both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, SPA is developing its China network to serve demand for travel to key destinations as well as growing demand for connections between major cities.
The new route comes as SPA enters its second year of operations. In its first year of operations, the airline has expanded its network from its initial Phu Quoc services to 13 domestic and 16 international routes.
As it continues to expand its network, SPA remains committed to its “Resort in the Sky” concept, bringing the resort experience from the ecosystem of its parent company, SunGroup into the air through attentive service, thoughtful details and a comfortable journey for every passenger.
