New Asian Airline Routes for Late 2025 Travel Plans

Ready to explore new horizons before 2025 ends? Asian airlines are launching exciting routes from August to December 2025, connecting you to vibrant cities, tropical beaches, and global hotspots. Carriers like Vietjet, Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, China Eastern, and Scoot are expanding their networks, offering budget-friendly and premium options for your year-end travels. Here’s your guide to the newest routes for the rest of 2025.

Bangkok: South Korea’s Buzz

Vietjet Thailand launches Bangkok to Seoul Incheon on October 1, 2025, with daily flights. Connect from Thailand’s vibrant capital to Seoul’s Gyeongbokgung Palace, K-pop culture, and bustling Myeongdong markets—perfect for a late-2025 city break.

Da Nang: Malaysian Metropolis

Vietjet Air’s Da Nang to Kuala Lumpur route starts October 26, 2025 (daily flights). This link connects Da Nang’s golden beaches and Marble Mountains to Kuala Lumpur’s iconic Petronas Towers and vibrant street food scene.

Hanoi: China’s Cultural Gems

Vietjet Air plans Hanoi to Chengdu and Xi’an routes in 2025 (dates pending). Explore Chengdu’s spicy Sichuan cuisine and panda sanctuaries or Xi’an’s ancient Terracotta Warriors, offering rich cultural escapes for Vietnamese travelers.

Ho Chi Minh City: New Zealand Adventures

Vietjet Air’s Ho Chi Minh City to Auckland, New Zealand, launches in September 2025. This long-haul route opens Auckland’s stunning harbors and volcanic landscapes, ideal for Vietnamese explorers seeking a unique year-end trip.

Hong Kong: Europe and Beyond

Cathay Pacific connects Hong Kong to Munich, Germany (September 2025), and Brussels, Belgium (October 2025), perfect for savoring Bavarian culture or Belgium’s historic charm. Hong Kong Airlines launches Gold Coast, Australia, Vancouver, Canada, and Hulunbuir, China, in 2025 (dates pending), offering sunny beaches, majestic fjords, and vast grasslands for diverse adventures.

Kuala Lumpur: Australian Getaway

Malaysia Airlines resumes Kuala Lumpur to Brisbane on November 29, 2025, with direct flights. Dive into Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef or explore Brisbane’s lively South Bank, making Australia an accessible year-end destination.

Nanjing: Parisian Romance

China Eastern Airlines launches Nanjing to Paris on July 9, 2025 (weekly flights). This route connects Nanjing’s Ming Dynasty heritage to Paris’ romantic Seine, ideal for a late-summer European escape.

Singapore: Southeast Asian Escapes

Scoot, Singapore’s low-cost carrier, launches three routes: Singapore to Da Nang, Vietnam (October 20, 2025, three weekly flights, daily by December), Kota Bharu, Malaysia (October 26, 2025, twice weekly), and Nha Trang, Vietnam (November 21, 2025, two weekly flights, five by January 2026). Enjoy Da Nang’s beaches, Kota Bharu’s cultural heritage, or Nha Trang’s turquoise waters for a quick getaway.

Plan Your Late 2025 Journey

With 15 new routes launching from August to December 2025, the year’s end is perfect for exploring Europe’s historic cities, Australia’s beaches, or Southeast Asia’s coastal gems. Whether you’re craving Seoul’s urban buzz, Paris’ romance, or Da Nang’s shores, carriers like Vietjet, Cathay Pacific, and Scoot have you covered. Check airline websites for schedules and fares, and book your late-2025 adventure now!

Sources: Focus on Travel News, Travel And Tour World, TTR Weekly, AirAsia Newsroom