Hong Kong to Ho Chi Minh City
2h 16m The flight from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) covers 1,493 km (928 miles) and takes approximately 2h 16m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south-west on an initial great-circle bearing of 212°, passing near 16.6° N, 110.2° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 2h 43m | 3h 08m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 1h 55m | 2h 20m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 40m | 2h 05m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 1h 45m | 2h 11m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| HKG | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Hong Kong International Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| City | Hong Kong | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Hong Kong | Vietnam |
| ICAO | VHHH | VVTS |
| Coordinates | 22.3118, 113.9149 | 10.8188, 106.652 |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 33 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Ho Chi Minh City?
A non-stop flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) takes about 2h 16m. The great-circle distance is 1,493 km (928 miles, 806 nautical miles), flying south-west on an initial bearing of 212°.
How far is Hong Kong from Ho Chi Minh City?
1,493 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 928 miles or 806 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between HKG and SGN?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,493 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Other routes from Hong Kong
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.