$309 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City (SFO-SGN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $309 for one-way flights and $557 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Southern Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 16
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$557 Roundtrip, just found
$557
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $557 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 4
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$622 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$622
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $622 found 2 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 5
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$626 Roundtrip, just found
$626
Roundtrip
just found
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $626 just found
Philippine Airlines
Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 28
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$669 Roundtrip, just found
$669
Roundtrip
just found
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $669 just found
Asiana Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 29
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$687 Roundtrip, just found
$687
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $687 just found
Korean Air
Wed, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 29
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$694 Roundtrip, just found
$694
Roundtrip
just found
Select Korean Air flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $694 just found
Air China
Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 6
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$695 Roundtrip, just found
$695
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $695 just found
Cathay Pacific
Wed, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 29
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$695 Roundtrip, just found
$695
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $695 just found
United
Thu, Nov 13 - Fri, Jan 23
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$696 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$696
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $696 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Oct 20
SFO
San Francisco
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$705 Roundtrip, just found
$705
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $705 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $625 - $864 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Ho Chi Minh City

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Tan Son Nhat Intl. SGN. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 9 minutes. Flights from $798
SGN
Tan Son Nhat Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center9 min
Flights from $798
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Tan Son Nhat Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air India, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, Delta, EVA Airways, Emirates, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qatar Airways, STARLUX Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United, Vietnam Airlines
Roundtrip price
$557
Distance
7827 mi
Average flight time
14 hours 20 mins

San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $309 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $309 or cheap return flight from $557 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
Planning your getaway for September is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SFO and SGN. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
You can fly directly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) on a Vietnam Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from SFO to SGN. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up the best deal available.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
On average, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) has 4 nonstop flights to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) each week. For more options, take advantage of Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with one or more stops. Squeeze in a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
The 9 PM departures from SFO to SGN are typically the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to SGN?
Saturday has the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 9:10PM UTC-8, heading out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be in the air for approximately 16h 30m, landing at Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) at approximately 4:40AM UTC+7.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
The average flight duration from SFO to SGN is 16 hours and 30 minutes, covering a total distance of 7,800 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to SGN?
Consider traveling with Vietnam Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 87%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
To avoid possible delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Ho Chi Minh City from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Check out your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN). This is the only Ho Chi Minh City airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a flight from SFO to SGN often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for the best chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to SGN flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SFO to SGN flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our extensive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your SFO to SGN flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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