On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. This 12,602 km route is served approximately 3 times a week, making it easy to find convenient options for your trip to Vietnam.
The main carrier on this route is Vietnam Airlines. Ticket prices change regularly, so we recommend using the price trend chart and exploring how to get to the airport in San Francisco and from the airport in Ho Chi Minh City to fully estimate your travel budget.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Francisco — Ho Chi Minh City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,149 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 2,457 in r. 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.
San Francisco → Ho Chi Minh City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 4,192 | high | May | AED 2,934 | low | Sep | AED 2,794 | low |
| Feb | AED 4,192 | high | Jun | AED 2,934 | low | Oct | AED 2,794 | low |
| Mar | AED 3,446 | medium | Jul | AED 3,260 | medium | Nov | AED 3,167 | medium |
| Apr | AED 3,446 | medium | Aug | AED 3,260 | medium | Dec | AED 4,285 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest time in Ho Chi Minh City is from March to May, when temperatures reach 34.3°C, while the heaviest rainfall occurs in July and September. January is considered the most comfortable time to visit, as it is one of the driest and relatively coolest months of the year.
In terms of savings, it is most cost-effective to plan your flight for October, with ticket prices starting AED 1,150. The most expensive month to travel is June, when the minimum fare is AED 2,457.
January is the optimal choice for balancing price and weather conditions: the flight cost is approximately AED 1,828 with a minimum number of rainy days. You should avoid the summer months if you want to minimize expenses and steer clear of the tropical monsoon season.
Vietnam Airlines is the key operator on the route from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. There are approximately 3 flights per week in total, including direct flights and options with convenient connections. You can view the detailed flight schedule for specific days of the week in the interactive list below.
Flights San Francisco — Ho Chi Minh City depart from San Francisco 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.
With a distance of 12,602 km, a direct flight takes approximately 15–16 hours. Travel time for flights with connections depends on the layover airport and can range from 18 to 24 hours.
The leading carrier on this route is Vietnam Airlines. Flights with connections through major hubs in Asia and Europe are also available.
Yes, direct flights are operated by Vietnam Airlines. The flight frequency is about 3 times a week; you can check the current departure days in the schedule on this page.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. Currently, the minimum recorded price starts from 24,683 ₽; please check the search tool for current prices for your dates.
All flights on this route arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), which is the main gateway to Ho Chi Minh City.
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