The price of a flight from Colombo to Ho Chi Minh City changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 29 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $659. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
On this page, you can find and book flights from Colombo to Ho Chi Minh City. The distance between the cities is 2,975 km, and the flight connects the key aviation hubs of Sri Lanka and Vietnam.
To plan your logistics, check the information on how to get to the airport for departure and how to quickly get from the airport at your destination. To find the best deal, use the price trends chart and the low price calendar.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Colombo — Ho Chi Minh City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $150 in e, and the most expensive are around $278 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Colombo → Ho Chi Minh City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $372 | high | May | $256 | low | Sep | $231 | low |
| Feb | $359 | high | Jun | $244 | low | Oct | $269 | medium |
| Mar | $321 | medium | Jul | $282 | medium | Nov | $218 | low |
| Apr | $308 | medium | Aug | $295 | medium | Dec | $346 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest weather in Ho Chi Minh City is observed in March and April, when temperatures reach 34.3°C. The peak of the rainy season falls in July and September (over 300 mm of precipitation), while the driest month with comfortable conditions is February.
The lowest airfare was recorded in December, starting $166. The most expensive month to fly is March, with prices starting $266.
The best time to book is between November and January—the ideal compromise between affordability and dry weather. It is better to avoid the period from May to October due to the high likelihood of daily tropical downpours.
Several international carriers operate on the route from Colombo to Ho Chi Minh City, providing regular service. Most flights include one layover, allowing for flexibility in choosing departure times and prices. A detailed schedule, flight frequency, and routing options from specific airlines are provided in the list below.
Flights Colombo — Ho Chi Minh City depart from Bandaranaike International Airport and arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,975 km. The approximate duration of a direct flight is about 3.5–4 hours; however, most flights involve layovers, which increases travel time.
Various international and regional carriers operate flights; you can find the current list of airlines and their schedules in the block above on this page.
The availability of direct flights depends on the carriers' seasonal schedules; most often, the route involves a connection at one of Southeast Asia's transit hubs.
Flights arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), the main gateway to Ho Chi Minh City.
It is recommended to book tickets 4–8 weeks before departure and monitor the price trends chart to make your purchase when fares are at their lowest.
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