How long is the flight from California to Vietnam?

On average, it takes 15h 20m to fly from California to Vietnam if you fly out of San Francisco (the most popular airport in California) and into Ho Chi Minh City (the most popular airport in Vietnam). If you’re flying out of Los Angeles and into Ho Chi Minh City, then the flight time is around 18h 40m.

What airlines fly to Vietnam?

China Airlines, Asiana Airlines and EVA Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Vietnam from California according to our data. China Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Vietnam. Keep in mind that there are 21 different airlines that fly to Vietnam on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Vietnam on average per week?

As of September 2025, 4 flights take off from California and land in Vietnam each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 25% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Vietnam?

Philippine Airlines, XiamenAir, and Asiana Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Vietnam

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Vietnam?

Prices for flights from California to Vietnam were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Vietnam?

As of September 2025, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Vietnam.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Vietnam?

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 Vietnam.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Vietnam?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Vietnam can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Vietnam. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:10 pm - 10:55 pmLAX-SGN

20h 45m1 stop

6:00 am - 8:05 amSGN-LAX

17h 05m1 stop

$611United Airlines

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 13

4:10 pm - 10:55 pmLAX-SGN

40h 45m2 stops

11:05 pm - 2:05 pmSGN-LAX

30h 00m1 stop

$613United Airlines

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Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 11

11:55 pm - 11:25 amLAX-SGN

21h 30m1 stop

7:55 am - 8:00 pmSGN-LAX

26h 05m1 stop

$614XiamenAir

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Tue, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 30

10:05 pm - 6:40 pmLAX-SGN

29h 35m1 stop

12:20 pm - 7:05 pmSGN-LAX

20h 45m1 stop

$619Singapore Airlines

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Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 29

8:50 pm - 11:00 amLAX-SGN

24h 10m1 stop

3:55 pm - 7:05 pmSGN-LAX

41h 10m1 stop

$621Singapore Airlines

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Wed, Mar 11 - Sat, Apr 4

11:45 pm - 10:00 pmLAX-SGN

32h 15m1 stop

7:55 am - 7:00 pmSGN-LAX

26h 05m1 stop

$625XiamenAir

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Sun, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 27

10:00 am - 10:45 pmLAX-SGN

22h 45m1 stop

12:10 am - 4:00 pmSGN-LAX

30h 50m1 stop

$628Asiana Airlines

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Sun, Oct 19 - Sun, Nov 2

12:45 pm - 12:15 amLAX-SGN

21h 30m1 stop

11:15 pm - 3:10 pmSGN-LAX

29h 55m1 stop

$629ANA

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Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6

10:00 am - 10:00 pmLAX-HAN

22h 00m1 stop

11:30 pm - 8:00 amHAN-LAX

22h 30m1 stop

$637Asiana Airlines

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Wed, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 23

12:45 pm - 12:15 amLAX-SGN

21h 30m1 stop

11:15 pm - 2:57 pmSGN-LAX

29h 42m2 stops

$649ANA

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Asiana Airlines flights from California to Vietnam

Our best Asiana Airlines deals on California to Vietnam flight tickets

Asiana Airlines

Oct 19

LAX10:00 amLos Angeles

22h 45m

1 stop

SGN10:45 pmHo Chi Minh City

Nov 2

SGN12:10 amHo Chi Minh City

30h 50m

1 stop

LAX4:00 pmLos Angeles

$628

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Asiana Airlines

Oct 15

LAX10:00 amLos Angeles

22h 00m

1 stop

HAN10:00 pmHanoi Noibai

Oct 23

HAN11:30 pmHanoi Noibai

22h 30m

1 stop

LAX8:00 amLos Angeles

$637

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Asiana Airlines

Sep 24

LAX10:00 amLos Angeles

22h 45m

1 stop

SGN10:45 pmHo Chi Minh City

Oct 19

SGN12:05 amHo Chi Minh City

29h 55m

1 stop

LAX4:00 pmLos Angeles

$640

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ANA flights from California to Vietnam

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ANA

Oct 2

LAX12:45 pmLos Angeles

21h 30m

1 stop

SGN12:15 amHo Chi Minh City

Oct 6

SGN11:15 pmHo Chi Minh City

29h 55m

1 stop

LAX3:10 pmLos Angeles

$629

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ANA

Sep 25

LAX10:45 amLos Angeles

23h 30m

1 stop

SGN12:15 amHo Chi Minh City

Oct 9

SGN7:00 amHo Chi Minh City

18h 00m

1 stop

LAX11:00 amLos Angeles

$632

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ANA

Sep 24

LAX10:45 amLos Angeles

23h 30m

1 stop

SGN12:15 amHo Chi Minh City

Oct 5

SGN11:15 pmHo Chi Minh City

27h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:40 pmLos Angeles

$633

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LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Thu 10/30

12:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu 11/13

6:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop17h 05m

$611

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

4:10 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Ho Chi Minh City

Tue 11/11

11:05 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$613

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

11:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 30m

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu 10/30

7:55 am-8:00 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$614

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

10:05 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop29h 35m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 3/29

12:20 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$619

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Wed 3/11

8:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop24h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 4/4

3:55 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop41h 10m

$621

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

11:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop32h 15m

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu 11/27

7:55 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$625

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

10:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 11/2

12:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$628

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Thu 10/2

12:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop21h 30m

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 10/6

11:15 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$629

Los AngelesHanoi

LAX - HAN

LAXHAN

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

10:00 am-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Hanoi Noibai

Thu 10/23

11:30 pm-8:00 am

1 stop22h 30m

$637

Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City

LAX - SGN

LAXSGN

Los Angeles

Thu 10/2

12:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop21h 30m

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 10/6

11:15 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops29h 42m

$649

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Vietnam?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Vietnam from California, with most prices found around $704. If you don’t want to visit Vietnam in September, then you should wait until August to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $723.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Vietnam?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Vietnam from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $668. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Vietnam on Sunday is $1,085.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Vietnam?

Flying to Vietnam from California in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $713 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Vietnam, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,173 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Vietnam flight route?

Fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City for the best California - Vietnam flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Vietnam?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Vietnam from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Vietnam for around $903 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Vietnam from California for as low as $809 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Vietnam flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Vietnam 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 Vietnam flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Vietnam flight.

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Best Price Found	$418
Fastest flight time	15h 20m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Vietnam	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Vietnam from California in the past 72 hours is $418. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Vietnam found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $668.

The fastest flight from California to Vietnam takes 15h 20m

Direct flights go from California to Vietnam on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Vietnam Airlines.

There is 1 airport near Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Vietnam?
Prices for flights from California to Vietnam were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Vietnam?
As of September 2025, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Vietnam.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Vietnam?
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 Vietnam.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Vietnam?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Vietnam can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Vietnam. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Vietnam?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Vietnam is Airbus A350-900 (89.55% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777-300ER (2.97%), Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (2.26%), and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (1.41%).

Best airlines flying from California to Vietnam

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $410	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 19 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $474	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 110 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $528	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,140 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $538	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $555	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,369 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $583	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,964 reviews	Search Delta flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $603	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 166 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $605	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 911 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $611	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,934 reviews	Search Air India flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $620	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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