Tet 2026 is approaching, and as usual, the demand for air travel across the country increases, especially for the North-South routes. Every Tet holiday, buying plane tickets becomes a tense "race": quickly sold out, quickly unavailable, and the closer to Tet, the higher the prices get.

Many people have to book a month in advance to get their preferred flights, while many others accept higher costs due to late booking because they couldn't arrange their travel time early. Therefore, understanding the Tet 2026 ticket prices along with tips for hunting cheap tickets becomes essential, helping the journey become smoother, more economical, and more complete. This is also the time you should plan early to not miss the opportunity to own tickets at the most reasonable prices.

1. Peak time for Tet 2026 plane tickets

1.1. How many days off for Tet this year?

The Binh Ngo Lunar New Year 2026 holiday, civil servants, public employees, and workers are entitled to 9 consecutive days off, from Saturday, February 14, 2026 (which is the 27th day of the 12th lunar month of the At Ty year) to Sunday, February 22, 2026 (which is the 6th day of the 1st lunar month of the Binh Ngo year). Of these, 5 days are Tet holidays according to the Labor Code and 4 weekend days.

For workers who are not civil servants or public employees, employers can decide on a suitable Lunar New Year holiday arrangement, but must notify at least 30 days in advance.

Tet 2026 is approaching, high flight demand makes ticket hunting a tense race. (Source: VnEconomy)

1.2. Tet 2026 Flight Ticket Peak Period

Based on the Tet Nguyen Dan 2026 holiday schedule, the Tet 2026 flight ticket peak period will usually fall into the following periods:

Before Tet: from around 4/2 – 13/2/2026, when many people start moving back to their hometowns early to prepare for Tet.

Close to Tet: from 14/2 – 16/2/2026, right on the first days of the Tet holiday, flight demand increases, especially on the routes Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi, Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City.

After Tet: from 19/2 – 22/2/2026, is the time when students and workers start returning to big cities after the holiday (the schedule for returning to school and work is on 23/2/2026).

Due to the large number of passengers, flight tickets during the Tet peak period usually increase sharply in price and quickly run out of seats. Airlines also adjust prices according to demand and limit the number of promotional tickets, causing those who book late to pay significantly higher prices. Therefore, understanding the Tet peak period and planning to book tickets early is the most effective way to ensure a smooth trip and save costs.

2. Details of Tet 2026 Flight Ticket Prices for Sun PhuQuoc Airways

2.1. A Brief Introduction to Sun PhuQuoc Airways Airline

On June 13, 2025, Phu Quoc Sun Company Limited was officially granted an air transport business license by the Ministry of Construction for the brand Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA). With a total investment of up to VND 2,500 billion, this is the first airline in Vietnam named after a destination: Phu Quoc – an island nicknamed the "resort paradise" and honored by international tourism organizations as one of the most outstanding emerging destinations in the world in 2025.

Unlike conventional airlines, Sun PhuQuoc Airways  (SPA) chooses to associate its brand with a geographical location, clearly demonstrating its mission to connect the "Pearl Island" with the world and contribute to elevating Phu Quoc into a new tourism – aviation hub for the region and the continent. This event also marks a new milestone in the history of Vietnam's aviation industry, opening up a new development model full of potential for domestic airlines.

Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) chooses to associate its brand with the landmark on Ngoc Island (Phu Quoc).

At exactly 8:08 AM on October 15, 2025, Sun PhuQuoc Airways officially opened ticket sales, and launched its first commercial flight departing on November 1, 2025.

From its inception, Sun PhuQuoc Airways has clearly defined a distinct development orientation: pioneering the "resort aviation" model. More than just a means of transport, each SPA flight will be part of a complete travel experience, where the holiday begins right in the sky.

2.2. Sun PhuQuoc Airways Tet 2026 Airfare

2.2.1. Pre-Tet Period from approximately February 4 – February 13, 2026

Hanoi - Phu Quoc Route

- Stable period before peak (February 4 – February 12): Prices remain relatively affordable, ranging from VND 1,537,500 to VND 1,857,500.

- Peak period leading up to Tet (February 13 onwards): From February 13 (the 25th day of the twelfth lunar month), ticket prices begin to increase, reaching a minimum of VND 2,419,500. This increase continues to rise to VND 2,751,000 on February 14.

Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City Route

- Initial period (February 4 – February 5): The lowest Economy fares on these days are at the threshold of VND 1,812,000.

- Middle period (February 6): Ticket prices tend to increase slightly compared to the previous two days, with the lowest being VND 2,041,000.

- Later period (February 7 – February 14): From February 7 onwards, ticket prices begin to cool down, with the lowest consistently maintained at VND 1,094,500 for days extending up to February 14.

Important Note: This is the lowest price for the Economy Classic class recorded for each day (excluding taxes and fees). The actual price to be paid will be higher due to the addition of taxes, airport fees, and surcharges. Furthermore, detailed prices may vary depending on the specific day, flight time, and especially the fare class you choose (Economy Flex, Economy Plus, or Business will be significantly more expensive).

For the most accurate information on total costs and specific seat availability, please visit the official Sun PhuQuoc Airways website or reputable sales channels HERE.

Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) chooses to associate its brand with landmarks on Ngoc Island (Phu Quoc)

2.2.2. Pre-Tet Period from 14/2 – 16/2/2026

Hanoi - Phu Quoc Route

This period falls on the peak days of the Binh Ngo 2026 Lunar New Year holiday. For the Hanoi to Phu Quoc route of Sun PhuQuoc Airways, the lowest Economy ticket prices are as follows:

February 14 and 15 (Saturday and Sunday): The lowest Economy price (excluding taxes and fees) is maintained at a high level of 2,419,500 VND. This is the beginning of the weekend holiday and also the early days of the official Tet holiday (expected), causing ticket prices for this travel route to remain very high.

February 16 (Monday): Ticket prices continue to increase sharply, reaching a lowest price of 2,751,000 VND (excluding taxes and fees).

Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City Route

On all three days, February 14 (Saturday), February 15 (Sunday), and February 16 (Monday, which is the 29th of Tet), the lowest Economy price (excluding taxes and fees) for the Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City route is listed at a very attractive rate of 1,094,500 VND.

Important Note: This is the lowest price for the Economy Classic class recorded for each day (excluding taxes and fees). The actual price to be paid will be higher due to the addition of taxes, airport fees, and surcharges. Furthermore, detailed prices may vary depending on the flight time, and especially the fare class you choose (Economy Flex, Economy Plus, or Business will be significantly more expensive).

For the most accurate information on total costs and specific seat availability, please visit the official Sun PhuQuoc Airways website or reputable ticketing channels HERE.

2.2.3. Post-Tet Period from 19/2 – 22/2/2026

Hanoi - Phu Quoc Route

- The period from February 19 to February 22, 2026 (i.e., the 2nd to the 5th day of the Binh Ngo 2026 Lunar New Year) is the peak time for spring travel and leisure activities. For the Hanoi (HAN) to Phu Quoc (PQ) route, Sun PhuQuoc Airways records prices reflecting the increased demand for short trips before many people prepare to return to the city for work, getting ready for the first workday (expected to be the 6th day of Tet, i.e., February 23, 2026):

- Ticket prices from 19/2 – 21/2: The lowest Economy prices (excluding taxes and fees) during these 3 main Tet days are all listed at a high threshold, uniformly at 4,336,000 VND.

- Ticket prices on 22/2: By Sunday, February 22 (the 5th day of Tet), Economy ticket prices begin to show a slight decrease, down to 2,952,500 VND (excluding taxes and fees).

Hanoi - Phu Quoc Route

- The period from February 19 to February 22, 2026 (i.e., the 2nd to the 5th day of the Binh Ngo 2026 Lunar New Year) is the peak time for the return journey, as people finish their Tet holiday and prepare to return to the city for work (the 6th day of Tet, i.e., February 23, 2026). However, on the Hanoi (HAN) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) route, Economy ticket prices show little fluctuation.

- Stable and reasonable prices (19/2): On Thursday, February 19 (the 2nd day of Tet), the lowest Economy price (excluding taxes and fees) is listed at 2,887,000 VND.

- Prices increase slightly across the board (20/2 – 22/2): From Friday, February 20 (the 3rd day of Tet) to Sunday, February 22 (the 5th day of Tet), the lowest Economy price remains stable at 3,646,000 VND (excluding taxes and fees). This is a peak price, reflecting the competition among families rushing to travel before the official workday.

Important Note: This is the lowest price for the Economy Classic class recorded for each day (excluding taxes and fees). The actual price to be paid will be higher due to the addition of taxes, airport fees, and surcharges. Furthermore, detailed prices may vary depending on the day, flight time, and especially the fare class you choose (Economy Flex, Economy Plus, or Business will be significantly more expensive).

For the most accurate information on total costs and specific seat availability, please visit the official Sun PhuQuoc Airways website or reputable ticketing channels HERE.

2.3. Most Detailed Guide to Buying Sun Phu Quoc Airways Tet 2026 Flight Tickets

2.3.1. Detailed Guide to Booking Sun Phu Quoc Airways Tickets via the Official Website

The fastest and most convenient way to get a flight ticket with Sun PhuQuoc Airways is to book directly on the official website sunphuquocairways.com . Here, you can easily search for itineraries, compare ticket prices, choose suitable seat classes, and pay online in just a few minutes, without needing any intermediaries.

The steps are as follows:

- Step 1: Access the homepage, select 'Book Ticket'.

- Step 2: Enter itinerary information including departure point, destination, flight date, and number of passengers.

- Step 3: The system will display a list of flights and corresponding ticket prices.

- Step 4: Select the desired flight, fill in passenger information (full name, date of birth, ID card/passport, email, phone number).

- Step 5: Pay via domestic bank card, international card, e-wallet, or bank transfer.

- Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive an electronic ticket (E-ticket) sent to your email.

The advantages of this method are speed, transparency, and often the best prices, as there are no intermediaries. Additionally, customers who book directly can easily change flights, get refunds, or purchase extra checked baggage right on the website.

On the occasion of the official ticket sales launch, Sun PhuQuoc Airways is implementing a special appreciation program 'Take Flight with Full Joy', offering passengers attractive privileges, extending the enjoyment experience throughout the entire Sun Group ecosystem.

During the ticket sales period from October 15 to December 15, 2025, passengers booking Sun PhuQuoc Airways flights will receive free Sun World tickets and WOW Pass worth up to 1 million VND.

'Take Flight with Full Joy' is the biggest opening appreciation offer from Sun PhuQuoc Airways, applicable to flights departing from the first operational day, November 1, 2025, to March 28, 2026. This means that with just one flight ticket with Sun PhuQuoc Airways, passengers will receive complimentary full access to Sun World attractions nationwide, along with a WOW Pass offering priority access for quick boarding or disembarking cable cars, or convenient participation in games without waiting in line.

Sun PhuQuoc Airways also offers the opportunity to 'hunt for golden tickets' every Sunday. Simply enter the code 'HISUN' every Sunday, during the period from October 15 to December 15, 2025, passengers will receive an additional 10% discount on the base fare for all routes and fare classes, applicable to flights departing from November 1, 2025, to March 28, 2026. With 'Sunday Hunt for Deals', every weekend becomes an opportunity to plan for a seamless, feature-rich, and incredibly attractive flight – resort – entertainment journey.

Sun PhuQuoc Airways' Sunday Deal Hunt Offer.

Not only stopping at ticket price offers, Sun PhuQuoc Airways also expands the experience value with the program "One Ticket - A Million Joys". When using the airline's boarding pass, passengers can receive a series of offers up to 30% at hotels, resorts, and services within the Sun Group ecosystem, especially in Phu Quoc, the island recently chosen by CN Traveler as the most beautiful island in Asia, ranked in the top 3 most beautiful islands in the world.

Besides that, the airline also implements the program "Fly in groups, full of joy" for groups of 10 or more people, booking tickets directly via email groups@sunphuquocairways.com, applied on domestic routes to/from Phu Quoc and Da Nang during the period October 15 - November 30, 2025. Accordingly, groups of 10 guests will receive 01 free ticket, from 25 guests 02 free tickets, and 35 guests 03 free tickets - bringing ideal opportunities for groups of friends, families, and businesses to bond together and explore seamless travel - resort experience journeys.

Especially, the "Supportive Steps of Love" policy is designed by Sun PhuQuoc Airways specifically for children and the elderly, to encourage generations to travel together on every flight. Tickets for children under 2 years old are calculated at 10% of the adult fare, tickets for children from 2 to under 12 years old are 75% of the adult fare, and passengers aged 60 and over receive a 15% discount compared to the adult fare.

2.3.2. Detailed guide on how to book tickets via NCB iziMobile

Booking Sun PhuQuoc Airways tickets via the NCB iziMobile app is extremely fast and convenient, with just a few basic steps:

Step 1: Open the NCB iziMobile app on your phone. If you don't have it yet, you can download it for free on the App Store or Google Play.

Step 2: Log in to your NCB digital banking account.

Step 3: On the main screen, select the "iziShop – Book Flights" section.

Step 4: Enter itinerary information including: departure point, destination, flight date, number of passengers.

Step 5: In the results list, select a Sun PhuQuoc Airways flight (symbol SPA).

Step 6: Apply the automatic discount code of the promotion program.

Step 7: Recheck ticket information, then confirm payment using your NCB account or domestic card.

After completion, the electronic ticket (E-ticket) will be sent to your email and can be looked up again at any time in the "Transaction History" section on the app.

To celebrate the first flight of Sun PhuQuoc Airways, National Citizen Commercial Joint Stock Bank (NCB) is launching an extremely attractive offer by immediately reducing up to 20% for customers booking Sun PhuQuoc Airways tickets directly on the NCB iziMobile digital banking app. This is a great opportunity for you to fly in style while saving costs for your trip to explore the Pearl Island of Phu Quoc.

Welcome the first flight of Sun PhuQuoc Airways, National Citizen Commercial Joint Stock Bank (NCB) launches extremely attractive offers.

Accordingly, on the occasion of the launch, NCB offers customers the program “Fly in Class - Deserving Offers”:

- 20% off (maximum 500,000 VND/order) for the first 500 customers booking Sun PhuQuoc Airways tickets via the NCB iziMobile app, valid until October 31, 2025.

- 10% off (maximum 200,000 VND/order) for subsequent bookings, when booking before December 31, 2025.

With these attractive offers, you can easily plan for your year-end holiday with family and friends or short trips while fully enjoying a quality flight journey with Sun PhuQuoc Airways.

3. “Secrets” to hunting for cheap Tet 2026 flight tickets

Lunar New Year is always a time when travel demand increases significantly, especially for North-South routes and from major cities to provinces. Therefore, Tet 2026 flight ticket prices often increase rapidly and many flights quickly sell out. If not well-prepared, you may have to pay much higher prices or face difficulties finding suitable flights. To make your journey smoother and more cost-effective, here are the ways to hunt for cheap Tet flight tickets that you should apply.

3.1. Book Tet 2026 flight tickets early

One of the most important principles to get good prices for Tet 2026 flight tickets is to book early. The golden period for booking tickets usually falls in October - November 2025, when airlines start selling Tet tickets. This is when tickets are abundant, prices have not yet been pushed too high, and you can comfortably choose suitable flights, time slots, and fare classes.

Booking early brings many benefits. Firstly, you will have more flight options, avoiding sold-out situations on popular routes such as Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang, or routes connecting major provincial centers. Besides, pre-booked tickets are usually cheaper than tickets bought closer to Tet, helping to save significant costs for the trip. This is also a way to ensure you don't have to buy tickets at exorbitant prices in the days leading up to Tet.

3.2. Using tools and websites to hunt for Tet 2026 flight tickets

Nowadays, hunting for cheap Tet flight tickets has become easier thanks to price comparison tools and websites. Some popular and effective platforms that you can refer to are Traveloka, Skyscanner, Google Flights, along with the official airline apps like Sun PhuQuoc Airways, Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways.

These tools help you compare prices between many airlines and different flight times, thereby choosing a flight that suits your needs and budget. Additionally, you can set up cheap ticket price alerts to receive notifications immediately when there are promotions or discounts on the routes you are interested in. This helps save time, reduces the need to access multiple websites, and increases the chance of getting tickets at a reasonable price.

3.3. Targeting 'golden' hours to hunt for Tet 2026 flight tickets

Besides booking early and using price comparison tools, targeting golden hours is also a secret to help you hunt for cheap Tet 2026 flight tickets. According to the experience of many professional ticket hunters:

- Late evening: from 10 PM – 1 AM, usually when the system releases promotional tickets.

- Early morning: from 5 AM – 7 AM, some airlines launch promotions for early registrants.

- When airlines launch promotions: usually at the beginning of the week, you should follow the official website and fan page of the airline to not miss opportunities.

Targeting these specific times will increase the chances of buying cheap tickets, especially on popular routes or during peak periods close to Tet.

3.4. Small tips from professional ticket hunters

Besides the methods above, there are some small tips that professional ticket hunters often apply to increase the chances of buying cheap Tet flight tickets:

- Book one-way tickets instead of round-trip, if possible, as one-way tickets are often cheaper, allowing you to flexibly choose airlines and good prices for the return leg.

- Choose to fly on days close to Tet or after the second day of Tet, when passenger volume slightly decreases, ticket prices are usually lower than on the main Tet peak days.

- Prepare personal information and payment methods, including bank cards or e-wallets, to quickly complete transactions when tickets go on sale, avoiding missed opportunities.

- Be flexible with nearby airports if possible: some routes to neighboring provinces or cities are cheaper, helping to save significant costs.

Additionally, you should follow special promotion programs from airlines, which often appear on major holidays or 'flash sale' days. Proactively researching, comparing, and booking tickets at the right time will not only help you save costs but also avoid sold-out situations, ensuring a smooth Tet 2026 trip.

In summary, to hunt for cheap Tet 2026 flight tickets, you need to combine many factors: booking early, using comparison and price alert tools, targeting golden hours, applying tips from professionals, and being flexible with flight dates or airports. If you plan meticulously, you can absolutely get tickets at a reasonable price, saving costs while ensuring a complete and smooth trip during the upcoming Tet holiday.

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