On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Kota Kinabalu — Ho Chi Minh City route. This 1,170 km flight connects Malaysia and Vietnam, with flights operating approximately twice a week.
The main carrier on this route is airline AK. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-price calendar to find the best deals. You can also research in advance how to get to the airport of departure and ways to get from the airport to the center of Ho Chi Minh City.
The table shows direct flights Kota Kinabalu → Ho Chi Minh City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 40 min. Regular flights are operated by AirAsia. Departures from Kota Kinabalu International Airport airports, arrivals at Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kota Kinabalu — Ho Chi Minh City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 253 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,142 in a. 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.
Kota Kinabalu → Ho Chi Minh City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 303 | low | May | AED 340 | medium | Sep | AED 303 | low |
| Feb | AED 382 | high | Jun | AED 345 | medium | Oct | AED 303 | low |
| Mar | AED 335 | medium | Jul | AED 442 | high | Nov | AED 326 | medium |
| Apr | AED 340 | medium | Aug | AED 419 | high | Dec | AED 387 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Ho Chi Minh City is characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking in April (up to 34.3°C). The wettest period is July, which sees over 311 mm of rainfall and a minimum number of sunny days.
From a budget perspective, the most affordable month to fly is July, with prices starting AED 253. The highest fares are typically seen in May, when ticket prices can rise AED 1,142.
The optimal time for a trip is January, offering dry and comfortable weather, with flights available AED 314. It is recommended to avoid September and October due to heavy tropical downpours.
Airline AK (AirAsia) operates regular flights between Kota Kinabalu and Ho Chi Minh City. As the primary carrier on this route, it provides direct connections approximately twice a week. Below, you will find a detailed schedule and tools to help you choose the best departure time based on your preferred dates and budget.
Flights Kota Kinabalu — Ho Chi Minh City depart from Kota Kinabalu 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.
A direct flight on this 1,170 km route usually takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Regular air service between these cities is provided by airline AK (AirAsia).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, operating approximately twice a week.
Ticket prices depend on the season and demand; you can always check the current minimum in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights from Kota Kinabalu arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), located within the city of Ho Chi Minh City.
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