Vietnam warns of April flight reductions as jet fuel shortage risk rises
Mar 19th 2026
Vietnamese regulators say halted jet fuel exports from China and Thailand after the Iran war could cause shortages from April, and they have asked airlines and airports to prepare for reduced services.
- Vietnam imports more than two thirds of its jet fuel, with about 60 percent coming from China and Thailand.
- China and Thailand have halted jet fuel exports after the Iran war, increasing shortage risks.
- The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam warned of potential shortages from the beginning of April and the following months.
- Airlines were told to review schedules, especially for domestic routes, and airports to prepare extra parking for carriers.
- Major importers Petrolimex and Skypec said they can only guarantee supplies through March.
- Supplies from Singapore have also fallen and Skypec urged restricting flights to essential domestic routes if the conflict continues.