Mumbai-Hanoi direct flight: IndiGo's daily service, timings and what to know
By Meera IyerGovernance & Policy Editor, Peepals Bharat
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IndiGo scheduled daily direct Mumbai-Hanoi flights from October 25, 2026, leaving Mumbai at 04:15, making Mumbai its third Indian city with non-stop Hanoi flights.
What Happened
IndiGo has added a daily direct flight between Mumbai and Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, scheduled to start on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The flight, 6E 1637, is timed to leave Mumbai at 04:15 and reach Hanoi at 10:00 local time, and the return, 6E 1638, to leave Hanoi at 19:05 and land in Mumbai at 23:05, according to the airline's announcement. With this route, Mumbai becomes the third Indian city, after Delhi and Kolkata, with non-stop IndiGo flights to Hanoi.
Key Facts
- Route: Mumbai to Hanoi and back, non-stop, daily.
- Start: scheduled from October 25, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, the airline said.
- Outbound: 6E 1637, departs Mumbai 04:15, arrives Hanoi 10:00 (local times).
- Return: 6E 1638, departs Hanoi 19:05, arrives Mumbai 23:05 (local times).
- Cabin: the route offers IndiGoStretch, the airline's business-class product, as well as economy.
- Network: IndiGo now flies direct to Hanoi from three Indian cities: Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata.
Why It Matters
Vietnam is a short-haul international destination for Indian holidaymakers, families and business travellers. Until now, travellers from Mumbai and western India who wanted to reach Hanoi on IndiGo had to change flights in another Indian city or abroad, which added hours to the trip. A daily non-stop flight changes that: a traveller can leave Mumbai before dawn and be in Hanoi by mid-morning, with most of the first day free.
The daily frequency matters too. A route that runs every day is easier to plan around than one that flies twice a week, because travellers can choose their dates freely and are less likely to be stranded if plans change. The evening return, arriving in Mumbai late at night, also suits travellers who want a full last day in Hanoi.
For business, the link helps traders, exporters and companies with interests in Vietnam, since a direct flight cuts the time and cost of short trips for meetings and trade fairs.
| Detail | Mumbai to Hanoi | Hanoi to Mumbai |
|---|---|---|
| Flight number | 6E 1637 | 6E 1638 |
| Departure | 04:15 | 19:05 |
| Arrival | 10:00 | 23:05 |
| Frequency | Daily | Daily |
Before booking, travellers should check the latest timings and fares on the airline's website, since schedules can change, and check Vietnam's current entry and visa rules for Indian passport holders on official government sources. An early-morning departure also means planning how to reach the airport in the middle of the night.
The Hanoi route is part of a wider push by IndiGo to add international destinations this winter season, which began in the last week of October. The airline has also announced a twice-weekly Gaya-Bangkok service for pilgrims and travellers to Bodh Gaya, non-stop Guwahati-Bangkok flights from October 31 that give Assam a direct link to Thailand, daily Delhi-Guangzhou flights from November 10, and daily Mumbai-Dar es Salaam flights from November 20. Taken together, these routes show the airline spreading its international network beyond the largest metro pairs, to smaller Indian cities and to destinations in South-East Asia, China and East Africa.
For Mumbai in particular, the new routes mean more choice for travellers who want to fly direct rather than connect through a Gulf or South-East Asian hub. Each direct route saves time, and often money, for families and small-business travellers who cannot easily afford long layovers.
Impact
Short-term: Travellers from Mumbai and nearby cities get a direct daily option to Vietnam for the winter holiday season, including Diwali, Christmas and New Year breaks.
Long-term: If the route fills well, it could encourage more flights between India and Vietnam, help tourism in both directions, and support business travel between the two countries.
Who is affected: Holidaymakers and business travellers from Mumbai and western India; Vietnamese visitors coming to India; travel agents and tour operators; and Mumbai's international airport.
Key Takeaway
IndiGo's daily direct Mumbai-Hanoi flight, scheduled from October 25, 2026, leaves Mumbai at 04:15 and arrives in Hanoi at 10:00, making Mumbai the airline's third Indian gateway to the Vietnamese capital.
Questions and Answers
When does the IndiGo Mumbai-Hanoi direct flight start?
IndiGo scheduled its daily non-stop Mumbai-Hanoi service from October 25, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, according to its announcement.
What are the Mumbai-Hanoi flight timings?
Flight 6E 1637 leaves Mumbai at 04:15 and reaches Hanoi at 10:00 local time. The return, 6E 1638, leaves Hanoi at 19:05 and reaches Mumbai at 23:05. Travellers should check the airline's website for any changes.
How often does the Mumbai-Hanoi flight run?
The flight runs daily in both directions.
Which Indian cities have direct IndiGo flights to Hanoi?
Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata now have direct IndiGo flights to Hanoi.
Disclaimer: Prepared by the Peepals newsroom from publicly available sources with AI assistance. Information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication and may change. Images may be representative. Not professional advice. Report an error via our contact page.
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