- 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 Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 211 km distance in 1h 0m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 211 km |
Average flight duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Flights per day 31 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 0m |
First flight 0:20 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 211 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£97 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City flights for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:50 Phnom Penh | 1h05 | 7:55 Ho Chi Minh City | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City flights use the Phnom Penh International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City airport pair. Use this guide to compare Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Phnom Penh International Airport is 7 km from Phnom Penh city centre. Public transport options include:
Phnom Penh International Airport 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 the departures and arrivals areas, offering local and intertiol cuisine, such as Khmer and Western food.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Phnom Penh International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Phnom Penh International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Phnom Penh International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance include the Dara Airport Hotel..
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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