$196 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City (MEL-SGN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $196 for one-way flights and $329 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Sat, Aug 9 - Sat, Aug 30
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$329 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $329 found 3 hours ago
Scoot
Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 8
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$359 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$359
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $359 found 5 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 5
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$393 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$393
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $393 found 10 hours ago
Vietjet Air
Sun, Feb 22 - Wed, Mar 18
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$483 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$483
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Vietjet Air flight, departing Sun, Feb 22 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Wed, Mar 18, priced at $483 found 3 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 18
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$493 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$493
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $493 found 1 day ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 3
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$514 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$514
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $514 found 4 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Sep 2
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$517 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$517
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $517 found 3 hours ago
APG Distribution System
Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Sep 4
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$543 Roundtrip, just found
$543
Roundtrip
just found
Select APG Distribution System flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $543 just found
Royal Brunei Airlines
Sun, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 17
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$543 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$543
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $543 found 3 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 15
MEL
Melbourne
SGN
Ho Chi Minh City
$544 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$544
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $544 found 22 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $247 - $373 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 $506
SGN
Tan Son Nhat Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center9 min
Flights from $506
Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Tan Son Nhat Intl.
Airlines serving
APG Distribution System, Air China, Air India, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Jetstar, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines, Vietjet Air, Vietnam Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Roundtrip price
$328
Distance
4161 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 36 mins

Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $196 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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 Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) cost?
Cheap return fares from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) start from $392. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Jetstar flight leaving MEL on July 27 2025 and touching down at SGN. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MEL to SGN?
The cheapest flights from MEL to SGN are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
You can choose from 3 carriers that operate direct flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN). Including:

  • Vietnam Airlines
  • VietJet Air
  • Jetstar

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MEL to SGN?
With prices as low as $256 for a one-way journey from MEL to SGN, Vietjet Air is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MEL on September 7 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
With an average of 2 nonstop flights that operate from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) each day, you'll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
More people fly between MEL and SGN at 1 AM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEL to SGN?
If you travel on a Monday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN).
What is the earliest flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
Take the earliest flight at around 1:30AM UTC+11, departing from Tullamarine Airport (MEL). You'll be flying for roughly 8h 25m, coming in to land at Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) at approximately 5:55AM UTC+7.
How long does it take to fly from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
It takes around 8 hours and 25 minutes to travel the 4,200 mi from MEL to SGN.
What airline has the least delays from MEL to SGN?
Vietnam Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN), with an on-time score of 94%. Use the Expedia App to see your flight status before you go and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
Book a flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ho Chi Minh City, Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MEL to SGN are generally more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may find a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a MEL to SGN flight and hotel package?
Booking a MEL to SGN flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of hotels and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN)?
If you booked your MEL to SGN flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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