What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

As of March 2026, 8 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Ho Chi Minh City each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 40% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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

Air China, Shenzhen Airlines, and Hainan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City

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

The number of flights available between Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City is 60 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How often are flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 130 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What airlines fly to Ho Chi Minh City?

Spring Airlines, VietJet Air and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ho Chi Minh City from Shanghai according to our data. Spring Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Ho Chi Minh City. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Ho Chi Minh City on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

According to our data, Juneyao Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

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

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Airport as of March 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Ho Chi Minh City Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ho Chi Minh City Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $249 to $254. The lowest price recently found on this route was $165.

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2:15 am - 5:25 am

PVG

SGN

4h 10mnonstop

8:00 pm - 1:00 am

SGN

PVG

4h 00mnonstop

$165VietJet Air

Sat, Apr 11 - Thu, Apr 16

2:15 am - 5:25 am

PVG

SGN

4h 10mnonstop

7:10 pm - 8:10 pm

SGN

PVG

24h 00m

1 stop

$168Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jun 13 - Sat, Jun 20

2:15 am - 5:25 am

PVG

SGN

4h 10mnonstop

7:10 pm - 2:40 pm

SGN

PVG

18h 30m

2 stops

$172Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jun 13 - Sat, Jun 20

2:15 am - 5:25 am

PVG

SGN

4h 10mnonstop

7:10 pm - 4:55 pm

SGN

PVG

20h 45m

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$174Multiple Airlines

Sat, May 9 - Sun, May 17

2:15 am - 5:25 am

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SGN

4h 10mnonstop

7:10 pm - 10:00 am

SGN

PVG

13h 50m

1 stop

$181Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18

11:40 am - 1:50 am

SHA

SGN

15h 10m

1 stop

2:50 am - 10:25 am

SGN

SHA

6h 35m

1 stop

$216Shenzhen Airlines

Sun, Mar 22 - Fri, Mar 27

8:10 pm - 12:30 am

SHA

SGN

29h 20m

1 stop

2:05 am - 12:00 pm

SGN

SHA

8h 55m

1 stop

$218Shandong Airlines

Sat, Mar 21 - Sat, Mar 28

10:45 am - 12:30 am

SHA

SGN

14h 45m

1 stop

2:05 am - 9:10 am

SGN

SHA

30h 05m

1 stop

$219Shandong Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28

4:30 pm - 6:10 pm

SHA

SGN

26h 40m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 3:15 pm

SGN

SHA

19h 05m

1 stop

$223China Eastern

Thu, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 11

3:30 pm - 1:10 am

SHA

SGN

10h 40m

1 stop

11:20 pm - 10:30 am

SGN

SHA

10h 10m

1 stop

$228Air China

Wed, Mar 25 - Tue, Mar 31

VietJet Air flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City

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VietJet Air

Apr 11

PVG2:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

4h 10m

SGN5:25 amHo Chi Minh City

Apr 16

SGN8:00 pmHo Chi Minh City

4h 00m

PVG1:00 amShanghai Pu Dong

$165

VietJet Air

May 11

PVG2:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

4h 10m

SGN5:25 amHo Chi Minh City

May 20

SGN8:00 pmHo Chi Minh City

4h 00m

PVG1:00 amShanghai Pu Dong

$185

VietJet Air

May 11

PVG2:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

4h 10m

SGN5:25 amHo Chi Minh City

May 21

SGN8:00 pmHo Chi Minh City

4h 00m

PVG1:00 amShanghai Pu Dong

$186

Spring Airlines flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City

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Spring Airlines

May 14

PVG2:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

4h 25m

SGN5:55 pmHo Chi Minh City

May 21

SGN6:55 pmHo Chi Minh City

4h 30m

PVG12:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

$205

Spring Airlines

May 14

PVG2:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

4h 25m

SGN5:55 pmHo Chi Minh City

May 19

SGN6:55 pmHo Chi Minh City

4h 30m

PVG12:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

$206

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/11

2:15 am-5:25 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu 4/16

8:00 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$165

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

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PVGSGN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/13

2:15 am-5:25 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 6/20

7:10 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$168

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

PVG - SGN

PVGSGN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/13

2:15 am-5:25 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 6/20

7:10 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$172

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

PVG - SGN

PVGSGN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/9

2:15 am-5:25 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 5/17

7:10 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$174

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

PVG - SGN

PVGSGN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/11

2:15 am-5:25 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 4/18

7:10 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 50m

$181

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

SHA - SGN

SHASGN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/22

11:40 am-1:50 am

1 stop15h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 3/27

2:50 am-10:25 am

1 stop6h 35m

$216

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

SHA - SGN

SHASGN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/21

8:10 pm-12:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 3/28

2:05 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$218

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

SHA - SGN

SHASGN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/22

10:45 am-12:30 am

1 stop14h 45m

Ho Chi Minh City

Tue 4/28

2:05 am-9:10 am

1 stop30h 05m

$219

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

SHA - SGN

SHASGN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/9

4:30 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 4/11

7:10 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$223

ShanghaiHo Chi Minh City

SHA - SGN

SHASGN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/25

3:30 pm-1:10 am

1 stop10h 40m

Ho Chi Minh City

Tue 3/31

11:20 pm-10:30 am

1 stop10h 10m

$228

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City?

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

In general, December is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $156. If you’re not able to fly to Ho Chi Minh City in December, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City during January average around $198.

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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $188. 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 Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday is $393.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Ho Chi Minh City at noon for as low as $204. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Ho Chi Minh City is in the evening when prices are around $342.

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

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Fastest flight time	4h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Ho Chi Minh City	1 airport

The fastest flight from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City takes 4h 15m

Direct flights go from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City every day.

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

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How far is Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City by plane?
Ho Chi Minh City is 1699.9 mi away from Shanghai. Typically, this will take 4h 15m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
Prices for flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Airport as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Ho Chi Minh City Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ho Chi Minh City Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City

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Spring Airlines	PriceFrom $91	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Spring Airlines flights
VietJet Air	PriceFrom $99	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 163 reviews	Search VietJet Air flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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