This afternoon, officials at Phu Quoc International Airport announced that the island’s tourism sector had reached a historic milestone in the early days of the Lunar New Year 2026, welcoming a record 93 flights and nearly 17,000 air travelers on February 18, the second day of Tet holiday.
Of the 93 flights arriving in Phu Quoc, 47 were domestic and 46 were international. This marked one of the busiest travel days in the island’s history, underscoring the rapid momentum of its tourism sector. The surge reflects steady, robust growth across both domestic and international markets.
Specifically, the number of domestic tourists reached 8,899 while international visitors set an impressive milestone with 7,743 arrivals during the holiday.
These figures demonstrate that Phu Quoc is becoming a preferred destination for the international market, chosen for leisure, relaxation, and New Year celebrations.
