Vietnam Fast-Tracks Long Thanh International Airport Ahead of High-Stakes 2026 Opening
For anyone following travel news, Vietnam’s most ambitious airport project is entering a decisive phase. Long Thanh International Airport is now firmly targeted for full operations in 2026, with top government officials stepping in to push progress, remove roadblocks, and keep every stakeholder aligned. The message from Hanoi is clear: this project cannot slip.
In late January 2026, the Government Office issued Official Dispatch No.912/VPCP-CN after reviewing implementation reports from the Ministry of Construction. The deputy prime minister used the review to lay out precise instructions aimed at speeding things up and tightening oversight.
Rather than broad guidance, the government focused on action:
Ministries must flag problems early instead of letting delays pile up
Any issue beyond ministerial authority must be escalated immediately
Design and construction must follow approved timelines with no shortcuts
This hands-on approach reflects how seriously the government views the airport’s national importance.
