Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company has reported unprecedented financial performance for 2024, marking its most successful year since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The airline’s consolidated revenue reached approximately 52.2 trillion VND , reflecting a 19% increase compared to the previous year. Consolidated after-tax profit stood at 1.4 trillion VND , a significant rise of 564% year-over-year.
Throughout 2024, Vietjet transported over 19.6 million passengers across 104,000 flights, achieving year-over-year increases of more than 6% in passenger numbers and 2% in flight operations. The airline’s fleet of 85 aircraft maintained an average seat utilization rate of 87% and a technical reliability rate of 99.7%. Cargo operations also saw substantial growth, with a total volume of 88,964 tons transported, marking a 73% increase from the previous year and capturing over 10% of the freight market share among Vietnamese airlines.
As of September 30, 2024, Vietjet’s total assets were valued at nearly 94 trillion VND . The company’s debt-to-equity ratio was reported at 2.25, and its liquidity ratio stood at 1.4, both considered safe levels within the aviation industry. Cash, bank deposits, and cash equivalents totaled nearly 3,997 billion VND , ensuring sufficient liquidity and working capital.
In the first nine months of 2024, Vietjet paid nearly 5.56 trillion VND in direct and indirect taxes and fees, underscoring its role as a significant contributor to economic growth, trade, and tourism.
The airline expanded its network to 155 routes, comprising 43 domestic and 112 international destinations. New direct routes were launched, including Da Nang to Ahmedabad and Xi’an to Ho Chi Minh City, with increased frequencies on existing routes such as Ho Chi Minh City to Perth, as well as other regional destinations like South Korea, Japan, and Hong Kong.
In line with its fleet expansion strategy, Vietjet and Airbus signed a contract for 20 new-generation wide-body A330neo aircraft, valued at US$7.4 billion. Additionally, the airline partnered with Rolls-Royce for the supply of 40 Trent 7000 engines and TotalCare services for the A330neo aircraft. A comprehensive service agreement was also signed with Lufthansa Technik, a leading provider of aircraft maintenance services.
Vietjet has been actively pursuing the research, development, and use of sustainable aviation fuel in collaboration with international partners, as part of its commitment to environmental, social, and governance goals. The airline continues to innovate consumer services on its e-commerce platform, prioritizing technology-driven solutions for a seamless passenger experience.
