How long does it take to fly to Ho Chi Minh City?

The flight from California to Ho Chi Minh City depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Francisco (a popular airport in California) to Ho Chi Minh City (the most popular airport in Ho Chi Minh City), then the flight time is 15h 40m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in California) to Ho Chi Minh City, then the average flight time is 19h 15m.

What airlines fly to Ho Chi Minh City?

China Airlines, Singapore Airlines and STARLUX Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ho Chi Minh City from California according to our data. China Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Ho Chi Minh City. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to Ho Chi Minh City on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Ho Chi Minh City on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from California to Ho Chi Minh City as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from California to Ho Chi Minh City on average per week?

As of June 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from California to Ho Chi Minh City. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Ho Chi Minh City?

Delta, Korean Air, and China Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Ho Chi Minh City

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

As of June 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Ho Chi Minh City Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ho Chi Minh City Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:30 pm - 6:25 pm

LAX

SGN

28h 55m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 7:55 pm

SGN

LAX

39h 05m

1 stop

$794Singapore Airlines

jeu., oct. 22 - mer., nov. 25

12:05 am - 6:25 pm

LAX

SGN

28h 20m

1 stop

7:40 pm - 7:40 pm

SGN

LAX

38h 00m

1 stop

$796Singapore Airlines

dim., août 16 - jeu., oct. 1

11:30 am - 1:10 am

LAX

SGN

22h 40m

1 stop

4:55 pm - 9:05 am

SGN

LAX

55h 10m

3 stops

$797China Eastern

ven., nov. 6 - jeu., nov. 19

12:30 pm - 2:35 am

LAX

SGN

24h 05m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 10:05 am

SGN

LAX

52h 55m

2 stops

$800China Eastern

mer., août 12 - ven., août 21

10:00 pm - 1:50 am

LAX

SGN

37h 50m

1 stop

2:50 am - 6:00 pm

SGN

LAX

30h 10m

1 stop

$808Air China

mar., oct. 20 - lun., nov. 23

11:25 pm - 1:50 am

LAX

SGN

36h 25m

2 stops

5:10 am - 8:10 pm

SGN

LAX

29h 00m

1 stop

$809Air China

ven., oct. 2 - ven., oct. 23

9:34 am - 11:15 pm

SJC

SGN

23h 41m

2 stops

11:45 pm - 1:36 pm

SGN

SJC

27h 51m

2 stops

$913Korean Air

ven., août 21 - ven., août 28

7:00 am - 10:10 pm

LGB

SGN

25h 10m

2 stops

8:00 am - 4:20 pm

SGN

LGB

23h 20m

2 stops

$933Delta

lun., sept. 28 - mar., nov. 10

7:00 am - 10:10 pm

BUR

SGN

25h 10m

2 stops

1:55 pm - 9:51 pm

SGN

BUR

45h 56m

2 stops

$933Delta

mer., août 19 - mar., sept. 15

7:10 am - 10:25 pm

LGB

SGN

25h 15m

2 stops

11:50 pm - 4:20 pm

SGN

LGB

31h 30m

2 stops

$959Korean Air

ven., oct. 30 - lun., nov. 16

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United Airlines flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City

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Jul 11

LAX12:50 pmLos Angeles

19h 15m

1 stop

SGN10:05 pmHo Chi Minh City

Jul 15

SGN7:00 amHo Chi Minh City

18h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

$934

United Airlines

Jul 11

LAX12:50 pmLos Angeles

19h 15m

1 stop

SGN10:05 pmHo Chi Minh City

Jul 15

SGN7:00 amHo Chi Minh City

18h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

$937

United Airlines

Jul 10

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

23h 20m

1 stop

SGN12:15 amHo Chi Minh City

Jul 18

SGN7:00 amHo Chi Minh City

18h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

$940

Philippine Airlines flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City

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Aug 17

LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles

30h 05m

1 stop

SGN8:30 amHo Chi Minh City

Aug 25

SGN9:55 amHo Chi Minh City

24h 45m

1 stop

LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles

$819

Philippine Airlines

Aug 12

LAX4:55 pmLos Angeles

31h 30m

1 stop

SGN2:25 pmHo Chi Minh City

Sep 16

SGN3:35 pmHo Chi Minh City

19h 05m

1 stop

LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles

$820

Philippine Airlines

Aug 12

LAX4:55 pmLos Angeles

31h 30m

1 stop

SGN2:25 pmHo Chi Minh City

Aug 26

SGN3:35 pmHo Chi Minh City

19h 05m

1 stop

LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles

$823

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LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

jeu. 10/22

11:30 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Ho Chi Minh City

mer. 11/25

7:50 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop39h 05m

$794

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

dim. 8/16

12:05 am-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Ho Chi Minh City

jeu. 10/1

7:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop38h 00m

$796

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

ven. 11/6

11:30 am-1:10 am

1 stop22h 40m

Ho Chi Minh City

jeu. 11/19

4:55 pm-9:05 am

3 stops55h 10m

$797

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

mer. 8/12

12:30 pm-2:35 am

1 stop24h 05m

Ho Chi Minh City

ven. 8/21

7:10 pm-10:05 am

2 stops52h 55m

$800

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

mar. 10/20

10:00 pm-1:50 am

1 stop37h 50m

Ho Chi Minh City

lun. 11/23

2:50 am-6:00 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$808

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

ven. 10/2

11:25 pm-1:50 am

2 stops36h 25m

Ho Chi Minh City

ven. 10/23

5:10 am-8:10 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$809

San JoseHo Chi Minh City

SJC - SGN

SJCSGN

San Jose

ven. 8/21

9:34 am-11:15 pm

2 stops23h 41m

Ho Chi Minh City

ven. 8/28

11:45 pm-1:36 pm

2 stops27h 51m

$913

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Long BeachHo Chi Minh City

LGB - SGN

LGBSGN

Long Beach Municipal

lun. 9/28

7:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

mar. 11/10

8:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$933

BurbankHo Chi Minh City

BUR - SGN

BURSGN

Burbank Bob Hope

mer. 8/19

7:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

mar. 9/15

1:55 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops45h 56m

$933

Long BeachHo Chi Minh City

LGB - SGN

LGBSGN

Long Beach Municipal

ven. 10/30

7:10 am-10:25 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Ho Chi Minh City

lun. 11/16

11:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$959

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Ho Chi Minh City?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from California to Ho Chi Minh City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $734. If you’re not able to fly to Ho Chi Minh City in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Ho Chi Minh City during September average around $737.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Ho Chi Minh City?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Ho Chi Minh City is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $784. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Ho Chi Minh City on Friday is $1,092.

What is the cheapest California to Ho Chi Minh City flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Ho Chi Minh City?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Ho Chi Minh City from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Ho Chi Minh City for around $841 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Ho Chi Minh City from California for as low as $752 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Ho Chi Minh City flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Ho Chi Minh City.

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Best Price Found	$545
Fastest flight time	15h 40m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Ho Chi Minh City	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Ho Chi Minh City from California in the past 72 hours is $545. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Ho Chi Minh City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,025.

The fastest flight from California to Ho Chi Minh City takes 15h 40m

Direct flights go from California to Ho Chi Minh City on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Ho Chi Minh City. From California there are direct flights to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Ho Chi Minh City

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
As of June 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Ho Chi Minh City Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ho Chi Minh City Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Ho Chi Minh City?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Ho Chi Minh City is Airbus A350-900, representing 85.28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 6.05%, Boeing 777-300ER at 1.81%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 1.61%.

Best airlines flying from California to Ho Chi Minh City

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Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,003 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $395	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,851 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $464	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 154 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $502	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 226 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $520	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,219 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $526	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,555 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $545	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 46 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $578	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 550 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $587	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,394 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Delta	PriceFrom $589	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,454 reviews	Search Delta flights

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