Cheap flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $653
China Southern 1 stop 36 hr Thu, Nov 27 — Wed, Dec 10
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is currently $653
Cheapest one-way flight $367
Korean Air 1 stop 20 hr Mon, Dec 1
The cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is currently $367
Cheapest nonstop flights $1,157
Vietnam Airlines Nonstop 17 hr Thu, Nov 27 — Sat, Dec 13
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is currently $1,157
Last-minute weekend getaway $790
EVA Air 1 stop 20 hr Thu, Oct 16 — Sun, Oct 19
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is currently $790
Cheapest business class flights $3,793
Air Canada, Philippine Airlines 2 stops 24 hr Thu, Nov 27 — Wed, Dec 10
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is currently $3,793
Fastest flight 15 hr 40 min The fastest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City takes 15 hr 40 min
Nonstop flights Some days There are direct flights on this route 3 days a week: Wed, Thu, Sun.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is typically August. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
August
Cheapest
Typical prices: $680–860
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $1,050–1,400

Popular airlines from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

  • Vietnam Airlines
    Nonstop
    from $1,157
    Typical price: $1,050–2,150
    4 weekly nonstop flights
    SFO - SGN Every Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
  • EVA Air
    from $751
    Typical price: $840–1,550
    35 weekly connecting flights
    SFO - SGN Every day
  • Cathay Pacific
    from $811
    Typical price: $830–1,850
    25 weekly connecting flights
    SFO - SGN Every day
  • Philippine Airlines
    from $701
    Typical price: $900–2,250
    16 weekly connecting flights
    SFO - SGN Every day
  • STARLUX Airlines
    Typical price: $860–1,750
    16 weekly connecting flights
    SFO - SGN Every day
  • JAL
    from $837
    Typical price: $1,250–2,750
    14 weekly connecting flights
    SFO - SGN Every day

Popular airports near San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    San Francisco United States 18 min 11 mi
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)
    Oakland United States 26 min 11 mi
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
    San Jose United States 51 min 39 mi
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
    Sacramento United States 1 hr 33 min 78 mi

Popular airports near Ho Chi Minh City

  • Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
    Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam 8 min 1 mi
  • Can Tho International Airport (VCA)
    Can Tho Vietnam 2 hr 56 min 80 mi
  • Lien Khuong International Airport (DLI)
    Dalat Vietnam 5 hr 53 min 134 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

When are the cheapest days to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City are usually in August. Typical ticket prices in August range from $680 to $860.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $653. The cheapest one-way flight was with Korean Air from $367.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Vietnam Airlines flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $1,157, flying from Nov 27 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest EVA Air flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $751, flying from Nov 10 to Nov 26.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $811, flying from Oct 30 to Nov 12.
  • The cheapest Philippine Airlines flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $701, flying from Nov 9 to Nov 24.
  • The cheapest JAL flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $837, flying from Dec 7 to Dec 20.
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City starts at $653 from Thu, Nov 27 to Wed, Dec 10. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $367 and departs on Mon, Dec 1.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
15 hr 40 min is the shortest flight time from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City.
When should you fly to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam?
Most visitors come Dec–Apr, when the tropical weather is warm and dry. The rainy season is May–Nov. Key events and holidays include Tết, or Vietnamese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), for which many businesses close, and the Mid-Autumn/Full Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary), celebrated with mooncakes and lanterns.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City.

In terms of nonstop flights, Vietnam Airlines is the most popular. Vietnam Airlines offers 4 nonstop flights per week. Vietnam Airlines flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) .

In terms of flights, EVA Air is the most popular. EVA Air offers 35 connecting flights per week. EVA Air flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) .

Other popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City are:
  • Cathay Pacific offers 25 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) .
  • Philippine Airlines offers 16 connecting flights per week. Philippine Airlines flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) .
  • STARLUX Airlines offers 16 connecting flights per week. STARLUX Airlines flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) .
  • JAL offers 14 connecting flights per week. JAL flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $653. The cheapest one-way flight was with Korean Air from $367.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Vietnam Airlines flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $1,157, flying from Nov 27 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest EVA Air flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $751, flying from Nov 10 to Nov 26.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $811, flying from Oct 30 to Nov 12.
  • The cheapest Philippine Airlines flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $701, flying from Nov 9 to Nov 24.
  • The cheapest JAL flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is $837, flying from Dec 7 to Dec 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Vietnam Airlines flies direct from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City.
  • There are 4 Vietnam Airlines direct flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City per week. Flights are available on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest last-minute deal between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City at price $790 is offered by EVA Air from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19.
Which airlines have direct flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Vietnam Airlines flies direct from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City.
  • There are 4 Vietnam Airlines direct flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City per week. Flights are available on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City available?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City are only available on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.
What are the cheapest direct flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City start at $1,157 from Thu, Nov 27 to Sat, Dec 13 with Vietnam Airlines.
How can I find nonstop flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City start at $3,793 from Thu, Nov 27 to Wed, Dec 10 with Air Canada, Philippine Airlines.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City start at $653 from Thu, Nov 27 to Wed, Dec 10.
How can I book business class trips from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
To book business class trips from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City starts at $790 from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19 with EVA Air.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
The cheapest last-minute deal between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City at price $790 is offered by EVA Air from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
To find last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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