On this page, you can find and book flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City. This 2,729 km route is served regularly, with approximately 41 flights operating every week.
The main carriers are Vietnam Airlines, Juneyao Air, and China Eastern. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking in advance how to get to the airport of departure or get from the airport at your destination.
The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Ho Chi Minh City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 55 min. Regular flights are operated by China Southern, Vietnam Airlines, China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao 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 Shanghai — Ho Chi Minh City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 312 in J, and the most expensive are around AED 708 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.
Shanghai → Ho Chi Minh City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 752 | high | May | AED 619 | medium | Sep | AED 531 | low |
| Feb | AED 841 | high | Jun | AED 597 | medium | Oct | AED 796 | high |
| Mar | AED 708 | high | Jul | AED 752 | high | Nov | AED 553 | low |
| Apr | AED 664 | medium | Aug | AED 708 | medium | Dec | AED 708 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Ho Chi Minh City are characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking in April at up to 34.3°C. July is the rainiest period, with up to 30 wet days per month, while February is the driest month of the year.
January is the most budget-friendly month to fly, with ticket prices starting AED 312. Prices peak in May, when the minimum fare increases to AED 708, significantly exceeding the annual average.
March is considered the optimal time to book in terms of both savings and weather. We recommend avoiding trips between July and October if you want to minimize the risk of being caught in prolonged tropical downpours.
There are 8 airlines operating on the Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City route, with the main carriers being Vietnam Airlines, China Eastern, and Juneyao Air. Passengers can choose from both direct flights and convenient connecting routes, with a total of 41 flights per week. To choose the best departure time and view a detailed weekly schedule, please check the list of airlines below.
Flights Shanghai — Ho Chi Minh City depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao 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 covering 2,729 km takes an average of about 3 hours 15 minutes. Travel time for connecting flights depends on the duration of layovers at transit hubs.
8 airlines operate regular flights, including Vietnam Airlines, Juneyao Air, China Eastern, and the low-cost carrier VietJet Air.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route. You can check for availability and the current schedule for your dates using the search form above.
Prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. The current minimum price is displayed in the low-price calendar and the price trend chart on this page.
Flights arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), which serves Ho Chi Minh City.
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