Aussies can fly to Vietnam for $199 – but you’ve only got 3 days

The routes on offer

Available to book now until 11 September, Aussies could be jetting off to Vietnam for the same price as your average weekly grocery shop. The mega flash sale includes flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, with prices starting from as low as $199 one-way.

Vietjet Australia to Vietnam flight sale

The mega Vietjet sale will only last for three days. (Credit: Getty/Khoa Nguyen)

The eligible travel window runs from 10 September 2026 to 10 September 2027, excluding peak season periods and major public holidays when blackout dates apply.

In exciting news, travellers booking from 10 January 2027 onwards can also choose to fly out from the new Western Sydney International Airport in Luddenham, around 45 minutes west of the city’s CBD.

All discounted flights fly direct to Ho Chi Minh City, one of Vietnam’s most iconic destinations. From here, the entire country is at your fingertips. Venture south to experience the Mekong on a luxurious river cruise. Heading north instead, discover the natural beauty of Northern Vietnam in places like Hanoi and Ha Long Bay.

Head north to experience the wonders of Ha Long Bay. (Credit: Getty/Satori Photography)

Or stay exactly where you are, exploring everything Ho Chi Minh City has to offer – from bustling street food stalls and local markets to historic war sites and sacred temples.

Whether you sip cocktails at a rooftop bar, meander along the Saigon River or simply kick back and enjoy the sweet life at a five-star stay, there’s no shortage of ways to spend your days.

While the sale is limited to Eco fares only (Vietjet’s economy class), those who prefer a few extra comforts aren’t entirely left out. As part of its Double Day promotion, Vietjet is offering a 22 per cent discount on all Deluxe fares, too.

All Aussie routes will fly direct into Ho Chi Minh City. (Credit: Getty/Huy Thoai)

It’s not exactly business class, but the higher-tier fare comes with a few worthwhile extras. By booking Deluxe, passengers get meals and drinks onboard, the option to select seats, and up to 40 kilograms of checked baggage, plus 10 kilograms of carry-on for all Australian routes.

How to book

With only three days to secure Vietjet’s bargain airfares, it’s best to get in quick – and know exactly what’s required to score a deal.

Discounted flights include one-way economy fares only. (Credit: Getty/Huy Thoai)

Discounted flights from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City are available to book now until 2am (AEST) on 11 September, and can be made via Vietjet’s website or mobile app.

Prices start at $199 (excluding taxes and fees), but are subject to availability and may vary depending on your departure city. Promotional fares are for one-way, economy class tickets only, with return flights charged separately.

If you’d rather take advantage of the sale’s Deluxe discount, you’ll receive 22 per cent off base fares by using the promo code SALE99 at checkout. Finally, it’s important to remember that all sale tickets are capped, meaning they will sell out – so it’s first in, best dressed.

Wellbeing means different things to different travellers. Here’s how to pick a hotel that gets it right for you.

The best wellness holidays aren’t necessarily spent wrapped in a spa robe. Sometimes they’re found around a dinner table in Cambodia, on a hiking trail in New Zealand or after finally beating jet lag on the other side of the world. The hotel you choose is what makes them happen.

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meals from Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 — Taste delicious meals at Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20.

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In Sihanoukville, Cambodia, Korkor soup – often dubbed ‘Cambodian ratatouille’ – sits alongside raw blue crab dressed with lime and chilli, best enjoyed with views across the Gulf of Thailand.

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It’s all an approach backed by partnerships with expert food creators such as Alfie Steiner, whose plant-forward recipes prove healthy food should never taste plain.

2. Better sleep options

Novotel Bali Ubud Resort room — Sleep deeply with Novotel.

There are few travel experiences more disappointing than arriving in a new country, determined to seize the day, only to fall asleep fully clothed by 3pm.

For Australian travellers, jet lag is often an unavoidable part of the journey. That’s one reason Novotel runs sleep-focused initiatives that help guests adjust quickly without compromising on health. We’re talking partnerships with Sydney-based sleep specialist Olivia Arezzolo, known for her advice on everything from better sleep habits to beating jet lag, alongside features like pillow menus, in-room yoga content and tailored sleep guidance.

The sooner you’re operating on local time, the sooner you can get back to more pressing matters – like deciding which spa treatment to book.

3. More ways to move

woman hiking around queenstown new zealand — Stay at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside and explore local hiking trails. (Credit: GettyI mages/ naruedom)

Every place in the world has its own way of getting you moving: whether that’s hiking up ice-bitten mountains before a sauna or gentle stretching by the pool before a facial. From fitness centres to spas, Novotel recognises that wellbeing rarely looks the same.

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Bali, of course, takes a softer approach. At Novotel Bali Ubud Resort or Novotel Bali Nusa Dua, movement is less about conquering a mountain and more about a dance class between the tropical gardens and lagoon pools. Afterwards, the spa takes over, with traditional treatments like a Lulur body scrub: a combination of rice, turmeric, sandalwood, ginger and jasmine that’ll soothe muscles already relaxed by the Balinese heat.

4. Better connections

Kids will love a stay at Novotel Sharm El Sheikh.

One of the best things about travel is that it gives your family stories you’ll be telling for years. Novotel helps create them with activities that bring everyone together, whether that’s trying something new, learning a local skill, or simply spending more time together.

Go for a distinctly Thai twist at Novotel Phuket Vintage Park, where many of the family activities draw on local culture. Kids can try everything from beginner Thai boxing and language lessons to umbrella painting and – a pastime beloved by children the world over – pool foam parties. Everyone is welcome to join in, whether that’s getting splashed, covered in paint, or simply watching their children discover a new side of Thailand during the dedicated Family & Kids Day.

A different adventure awaits at Novotel Sharm El Sheikh. Kids could be perfectly content with discos, drawing classes and new holiday friends, but the Red Sea has other ideas. Sitting on the edge of Naama Bay, days here might involve snorkelling colourful reefs, taking a boat trip to Ras Mohammed National Park or heading into the desert by quad bike or camel for a Bedouin-style dinner beneath the stars.

5. Location is everything

Surin Beach, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket, Thaiföld — Explore Phuket’s gorgeous beaches. (Credit: Bence Biczo)

Everyone’s idea of wellness looks a little different. With more than 600 hotels across 65 countries, Novotel gives guests the freedom to choose the destination that suits them best. Whether that’s a beachside escape in Phuket, an alpine expedition in Queenstown or a city break in Bangkok, there’s a good chance a Novotel isn’t far away.

All that’s left? Choosing your version of wellbeing.

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