Flight distance from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City spans approximately 6,843km (4,252 miles). On average, it takes 8 hours 50 minutes for a non-stop flight, and from 11 hours 35 minutes to 22 hours for a one-stop flight.
Currently, Vietnam Airlines operates both direct and connecting flights from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City on an almost daily basis. It offers passengers flexibility in their schedules to travel between the two cities conveniently and to save time.
Explore more about flights from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City provided by Vietnam Airlines in the article because it will help you find the appropriate itinerary.
Departure Airport |
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) |
Arrival Airport |
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) |
Time Zone Difference |
3 hours 4 hours (first Sunday in October - first Sunday in April) |
Flight Schedules from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Airlines provides direct flights from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City with a frequency of one flight per day. For one-stop flights, there are 4 - 8 options in a day depending on Vietnam Airlines’ operational flight plan.
Here are the schedules of non-stop and one-stop flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
Non-stop flight schedules
Departure Time (Sydney time) |
Arrival Time (Ho Chi Minh City time) |
Flight Duration |
Ticket Price Range |
11:50 AM |
4:40 PM |
8 hrs 50 mins |
Economy: AUD 682 Premium Economy: AUD 1,425 Business: AUD 2,966 |
One-stop flight schedules
Here are three itineraries used as examples. In fact, we offer many more options for the route. Visit our website to find more itineraries that suit your time.
Departure Time (Sydney time) |
Arrival Time (HCMC time) |
Layover Time |
Flight Duration |
Ticket Price Range |
7:45 AM |
4:05 PM |
2 hrs 5 mins (MEL) |
12 hrs 20 mins |
Economy: AUD 997 Premium Economy: AUD 1,155 Business: AUD 3,758 |
8:00 AM |
4:05 PM |
1 hr 35 mins (MEL) |
11 hrs 50 mins |
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8:30 AM |
4:05 PM |
1 hr 20 mins (MEL) |
11 hrs 35 mins |
Note: The prices and times above are subject to change. For finding the latest information and booking inquiries, please visit Vietnam Airlines’ official website by clicking here.
Reasons Why You Should Fly with Vietnam Airlines
Vietnam Airlines is the national airline of Vietnam and an official member of Skyteam. Presently, we are a 4-star global airline certified by Skytrax Standards for providing quality seats, amenities, catering, cleanliness, cabin staff, and ground staff service.
As a leading airline in Vietnam, we are confident in bringing the most enjoyable experience for passengers on the flights from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City.
Here are some reasons why you should let us accompany you in the itinerary.
Providing spacious seating
Vietnam Airlines uses wide-bodied aircraft on the route between Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City, including Boeing B787 and Airbus A350. These names prove that passengers will have spacious seatings even though they opt for Economy class tickets.
Paying attention to spacious seats is a thing to do when you have a long-haul flight because you will be sitting continuously in one place for many hours.
Besides, Vietnam Airlines offers the Sky Sofa service which is a package of two extra empty seats next to each other. The seating arrangement promises to bring a comfortable experience for you when flying continuously for 8 hours and 50 minutes.
Click here to find more information on Vietnam Airlines’ Sky Sofa service.
Offering an advance seat selection
Passengers can select their desired seat in advance via Vietnam Airlines' website or app. Kindly read more information about the service here.
Let passengers get a 5% discount with our Early Online Booking offer
Passengers will receive a 5% discount when purchasing a ticket via Vietnam Airlines' website and mobile app at least 150 days before departure date.
Allowing passengers to book tickets and doing check-in online via website or mobile app
To optimize the flight experience of our beloved passengers, Vietnam Airlines allows them to book tickets and check-in online via official website and mobile app. When reaching the airport, they can go to the security checkpoint and boarding gate easily.
Thanks to the support, passengers save time and effort, then have a more comfortable flight.
Here is Online Check-in Instruction for you.
Catering in-flight service
As a full-service airline, Vietnam Airlines offers complimentary in-flight services, including pillows, blankets, meal and beverage provisions, entertainment kits, and a minimum of 23kg of checked baggage allowance, ensuring your journey is not only convenient but also enjoyable.
Offering a mileage reward policy for Lotus member - Lotusmiles
The program allows frequent flyers to earn and redeem miles with Vietnam Airlines. Lotus members will have a chance to enjoy perks (lounge access, priority services, preferred seating, extra baggage allowance, etc.) depending on their membership tier.
Opt Vietnam Airlines flights to have wonderful moments in the sky!