Thailand Sets the Stage for a Tourism and Aviation Surge with VietJet’s Massive Hiring Drive and New International Routes Across Asia

Thailand is rapidly advancing its position as a regional aviation powerhouse, backed by VietJet Thailand’s aggressive expansion strategy in 2025. As Southeast Asia’s most popular travel destination rebounds from the pandemic and strengthens its infrastructure, VietJet is stepping in to meet soaring travel demand by opening over 5,000 new positions across aviation roles—ranging from pilots and engineers to cabin crew and ground staff. At the same time, the airline is rolling out a slate of new direct routes from Bangkok to major Asian destinations including Tokyo, Osaka, Seoul, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad. This dual strategy not only supports Thailand’s long-term goal to become the leading air travel hub in the region, but also fuels economic growth, boosts employment, and enhances cross-border connectivity just as international tourism to the country surges once again.

Thailand Set to Welcome Over 5,000 New Aviation Jobs as VietJet Expands Regional Operations Across Asia

Thailand’s aviation sector is preparing for a significant hiring surge as VietJet Thailand, the local arm of Vietnam’s leading budget airline, gears up to recruit more than 5,000 new employees in 2025. The expansion drive is directly tied to the airline’s ambitious plans to grow its presence in Southeast Asia’s most visited destination, positioning Thailand as a regional aviation hub.

The announcement signals a strategic leap by VietJet to strengthen its Thai operations with a wave of new flight routes to high-demand cities across Asia. The airline will roll out several new direct flights to destinations in Japan, South Korea, and India by the end of this year, seeking to capture a larger share of the booming regional travel market.

In a statement released late Wednesday, VietJet confirmed that it will begin offering new international routes from Bangkok to Seoul, Osaka, Tokyo, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad in the coming months. These routes mark a crucial expansion of the airline’s network beyond its existing short-haul offerings, signaling a broader push into long-haul, high-traffic routes linking Thailand with the rest of Asia.

Thailand’s Aviation Ambitions Receive Major Boost

VietJet’s move aligns closely with Thailand’s national agenda to become Southeast Asia’s premier air travel gateway. As the third-largest economy in the region, Thailand is aggressively upgrading its airport infrastructure in a bid to draw more airlines and travelers. Airport expansion projects in key hubs such as Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, along with upgrades at Phuket and Chiang Mai international airports, are already underway.

VietJet is one of several regional carriers responding to this opportunity. Thai Airways International Pcl and Asia Aviation Pcl, the operator of Thai AirAsia, have also added new international routes to their schedules, underscoring a wider industry trend of ramping up regional connectivity to meet surging passenger demand.

Massive Hiring Campaign Underway

To support its new flight offerings, VietJet Thailand has initiated a large-scale recruitment campaign across multiple departments. The company is hiring pilots, cabin crew, engineers, technicians, and ground support staff to meet operational requirements for the newly announced routes. While VietJet did not disclose the current size of its workforce, the hiring target of 5,000 new employees marks one of the airline’s most ambitious staffing efforts to date.

The decision to boost hiring in Thailand also reflects renewed confidence in the post-pandemic recovery of regional travel. As tourism demand rebounds, airlines are finding it essential to increase capacity, add new connections, and rebuild staffing levels that were significantly reduced during the global health crisis.

Financial Turnaround Fuels Expansion

The expansion into new routes and workforce growth comes on the heels of an impressive financial rebound by VietJet Thailand. According to data from Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce, the airline posted a net profit of 64 million baht (approximately \$1.98 million USD) in 2024. This represents a significant reversal from the 3.6 billion baht loss the airline recorded in 2023.

Revenues also saw a substantial leap, rising by 45% year-on-year to reach 19 billion baht. This strong financial performance appears to have paved the way for the airline’s current expansion efforts and strategic investment in infrastructure and personnel.

New Routes to Connect Thailand with Key Asian Cities

The rollout of VietJet’s new regional routes begins this fall and will be phased in through the end of the year:

Nonstop Flight from Bangkok to Seoul Set to Launch on October 1 as Part of VietJet’s Asia Expansion

• Bangkok to Osaka (Japan) – Launching December 1
• Bangkok to Tokyo Narita (Japan) – Beginning December 15
• Bangkok to Kolkata (India) – Starting November 16
  Nonstop Bangkok to Ahmedabad Flight Set to Launch December 4 with VietJet Thailand

These additions are expected to not only increase passenger volume through Thailand but also boost economic ties with key tourism and business markets across Asia.

Legal Disputes Resolved

The airline’s latest strategic moves also follow a legal resolution in the UK. A London judge recently denied a motion by investment firm FitzWalter Capital Ltd. to freeze VietJet’s global assets in a dispute over unpaid fees. The decision removes a potential hurdle that could have impacted VietJet’s overseas operations and expansion plans.

Thailand is stepping up as a regional aviation leader with VietJet launching over 5,000 new jobs and expanding nonstop flights to major Asian cities, supporting the nation’s push to become Southeast Asia’s premier air hub.

Outlook Bright for Thailand’s Aviation Sector

With strong financial backing, growing regional demand, and government support for infrastructure upgrades, Thailand’s aviation industry is entering a new phase of accelerated growth. VietJet Thailand’s expansion, both in terms of routes and workforce, places it at the center of this transformation, signaling a competitive push to redefine regional air travel through Thailand as a central hub.

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