Vietnam’s Phu Cat airport goes international in September

Vietnam’s Phu Cat airport will be ready for international flights come September after recently completing upgrades to the tarmac, domestic terminal and radar system. The airport has drawn upon VND10b (US$429,000) funding from Airports Corporation of Vietnam for terminal repairs and upgrades, and all work will be completed by the end of August. Phu Cat airport has secured commitments from Vietnam Airlines, Bamboo Airways, and VietJet Air to launch international flights once the airport upgrades are complete and certified. Together, the airport and carriers are also working with tour operators to attract tourists. Vietnam Airlines will launch international flights to China, 4 times weekly, while Bamboo has plans for direct flights to Seoul, starting September. <br/>