- Must visit
War Remnants Museum
Major history museum covering the Viet Nam War through photographs, documents and artefacts. Powerful, sobering and one of the city’s essential visits.
Flights from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City depart on average 77 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 47 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1146 km distance in 2h 5m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1146 km |
Average flight duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Flights per day 77 |
Direct flights 47 |
Fastest flight 2h 5m |
First flight 0:01 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Flights per day
69
Distance
1146 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £46.
Of the 69 flights that leave Hanoi for Ho Chi Minh City every day 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1146 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
VJ121
VJ157
VJ169
VJ163
VJ167
VN207
VJ121
VN247
VJ143
VJ157Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 1146 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£101 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 38m Average total duration 35h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35h 36m Average total duration 35h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City flights for tomorrow, Friday 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VN205 | 5:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 7:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ123 | 5:30 Hanoi | 2h10 | 7:40 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN7153 · VN107 | 5:35 Hanoi | 3h40 | 9:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VJ121 | 6:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 8:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN243 | 6:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 8:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN227 | 6:15 Hanoi | 2h10 | 8:25 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN7561 · VN7341 | 6:45 Hanoi | 4h55 | 11:40 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1715 · VN1281 | 6:50 Hanoi | 18h45 | 1:35 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1715 · VN1267 | 6:50 Hanoi | 11h40 | 18:30 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1715 · VN1269 | 6:50 Hanoi | 16h20 | 23:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN207 | 7:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 9:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ125 | 7:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 9:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN1641 · VN1467 | 7:10 Hanoi | 11h10 | 18:20 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VJ197 | 7:20 Hanoi | 2h10 | 9:30 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN1237 · VN1832 | 7:25 Hanoi | 12h50 | 20:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1237 · VN1834 | 7:25 Hanoi | 15h50 | 23:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1237 · VN1828 | 7:25 Hanoi | 12h00 | 19:25 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1237 · VN1820 | 7:25 Hanoi | 26h00 | 9:25 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN245 | 8:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 10:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ129 | 8:45 Hanoi | 2h10 | 10:55 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN209 | 9:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 11:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN247 | 10:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 12:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ135 | 10:10 Hanoi | 2h10 | 12:20 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN211 | 11:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 13:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN1233 · VN1834 | 11:10 Hanoi | 12h05 | 23:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1233 · VN1820 | 11:10 Hanoi | 22h15 | 9:25 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1233 · VN1822 | 11:10 Hanoi | 23h35 | 10:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1233 · VN6104 | 11:10 Hanoi | 25h45 | 12:55 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VJ133 | 11:20 Hanoi | 2h10 | 13:30 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN1651 · VN8441 | 11:45 Hanoi | 5h50 | 17:35 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1651 · VN1661 | 11:45 Hanoi | 22h35 | 10:20 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN251 | 12:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 14:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ137 | 12:30 Hanoi | 2h10 | 14:40 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN213 | 13:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 15:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN7565 · VN1347 | 13:15 Hanoi | 19h00 | 8:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1559 · VN1347 | 13:25 Hanoi | 18h50 | 8:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1559 · VN1341 | 13:25 Hanoi | 20h20 | 9:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN253 | 14:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 16:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ149 | 14:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 16:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ143 | 14:05 Hanoi | 2h10 | 16:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ145 | 14:40 Hanoi | 2h10 | 16:50 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN215 | 15:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 17:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN173 · VN135 | 15:10 Hanoi | 3h50 | 19:00 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1561 · VN1347 | 15:20 Hanoi | 16h55 | 8:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1561 · VN1341 | 15:20 Hanoi | 18h25 | 9:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN249 | 15:30 Hanoi | 2h15 | 17:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN273 | 16:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 18:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN1563 · VN1347 | 16:30 Hanoi | 15h45 | 8:15 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN1563 · VN1341 | 16:30 Hanoi | 17h15 | 9:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VJ193 | 16:35 Hanoi | 2h10 | 18:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN217 | 17:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 19:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN1717 · VN6421 | 17:20 Hanoi | 17h45 | 11:05 Ho Chi Minh City | 1 change | |
VN257 | 17:30 Hanoi | 2h15 | 19:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ141 | 17:35 Hanoi | 2h10 | 19:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN259 | 18:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 20:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ155 | 18:55 Hanoi | 2h10 | 21:05 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN219 | 19:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 21:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ157 | 19:30 Hanoi | 2h10 | 21:40 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN263 | 20:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 22:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ159 | 20:10 Hanoi | 2h10 | 22:20 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN265 | 20:30 Hanoi | 2h15 | 22:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN7221 | 20:35 Hanoi | 2h10 | 22:45 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ161 | 20:55 Hanoi | 2h10 | 23:05 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN221 | 21:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 23:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ163 | 21:25 Hanoi | 2h10 | 23:35 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN267 | 22:00 Hanoi | 2h10 | 0:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ167 | 22:45 Hanoi | 2h10 | 0:55 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VN6025 | 22:55 Hanoi | 2h15 | 1:10 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
VJ169 | 23:25 Hanoi | 2h10 | 1:35 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Ho Chi Minh City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ho Chi Minh City trip today.
Major history museum covering the Viet Nam War through photographs, documents and artefacts. Powerful, sobering and one of the city’s essential visits.
Museum inside a fine colonial building with exhibitions on southern Vietnamese history, culture and archaeology. Good for broader context beyond central sights.
Elegant museum showcasing Cham, Oc Eo and regional artefacts in a garden setting. A worthwhile stop for visitors interested in archaeology and art.
Pedestrian boulevard in the city centre framed by civic buildings and hotels. Popular for evening walks, people-watching and a clear view of urban Ho Chi Minh City.
Lively backpacker area known for nightlife, street energy and budget travel services. Worth visiting to experience a busy, modern side of the city.
The city’s main Chinatown district, filled with temples, markets and shophouses. Explore for local commerce, heritage streets and a distinct cultural atmosphere.
Broken rice with grilled pork, pork skin and egg. A classic Saigon meal, valued for smoky flavours, fish sauce dressing and everyday local popularity.
Southern-style beef noodle soup, often a little sweeter than northern versions. A defining city breakfast with fragrant broth, herbs and rice noodles.
Baguette sandwich filled with pâté, pork, pickles, herbs and chilli. It reflects the city’s French and Vietnamese culinary heritage in one portable meal.
Refined Vietnamese restaurant in a heritage setting, serving regional dishes with elegant presentation. Suitable for a higher-end dinner in the city centre.
Popular casual spot for cơm tấm, especially grilled pork broken rice. Busy, no-frills and strongly associated with a classic Saigon meal.
Well-known local chain specialising in bánh xèo and central Vietnamese dishes. Lively, family-friendly and reliable for first-time visitors.
Budget-friendly for most travellers: cheap street food, low taxi fares and good-value hotels make it cheaper than many major Asian city breaks.
Tipping is not compulsory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares slightly. Small tips in cafés are appreciated but not expected.
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Tan Son Nhat International Airport -> Ben Thanh Market, Ho Chi Minh City
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ho Chi Minh City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City flights use the Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City airport pair. Use this guide to compare Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Hanoi is 22 km from Hanoi city centre. Public transport options include:
Hanoi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals; options include Vietmese cuisine and fast food like Burger King and Popeyes.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including near the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hanoi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hanoi: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanoi: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within a short distance, the VATC SleepPod is located inside the airport, and the Airport View Hotel is nearby..
Ho Chi Minh City is 7 km from Ho Chi Minh City city centre. Public transport options include:
Ho Chi Minh City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering Vietmese and intertiol cuisine, such as Pho 24 and Burger King.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ho Chi Minh City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ho Chi Minh City: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ho Chi Minh City: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby include the Ibis Saigon Airport Hotel, which is within walking distance..
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