Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) is expanding into Vietnam’s first integrated “airport destination,” combining aviation infrastructure with tourism, retail, and entertainment facilities. Sun Group subsidiary Sun Airport JSC broke ground in July 2025 on a VND22 trillion ($836 million) project spanning over 1,050 hectares, advancing ahead of schedule for APEC 2027.
Sun Group assumed operations on January 1, 2026, following a business license and aviation authority certification. A March 21 strategic partnership with Changi Airports International provides advisory services in operations, commercial development, air connectivity, and service standards, drawing on Singapore Changi’s model of efficiency and passenger experience.
The expansion includes Runway 2 (3,300 meters, ICAO 4E standard for Boeing 747, 787, and Airbus A350), expanded Runway 1 to 3,500 meters, Terminal 2 international terminal (85% structural completion), a VIP terminal (roof 60% complete), and aprons for over 120 aircraft positions. Phase 1 targets 20-24 million annual passengers by 2027, scaling to 50 million long-term. The airport handled around 6 million passengers in 2025 amid rising international demand.
“Airports today play a far greater role than transportation infrastructure. Through this partnership, we aim to create a destination where the travel experience begins on arrival,” said Dang Minh Truong of Sun Group. Eugene Gan of Changi Airports International added, “We look forward to contributing our expertise to support the development of a world-class airport experience and long-term growth for Phu Quoc.”
Runway 2’s cement base stands at 58% complete on soft ground beside the operational existing runway. Technologies like biometric identification, remote check-in, and automated baggage sorting will reduce processing to 15-20 seconds per passenger, positioning Phu Quoc as a Southeast Asian hub.