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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco

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China Eastern Logo
7:30 pm - 9:05 amSGN-SFO
27h 35m2 stops
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 1:35 amSFO-SGN
23h 35m1 stop
$593China Eastern
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Fri, May 23 - Sat, May 31
China Eastern Logo
7:30 pm - 9:05 amSGN-SFO
27h 35m2 stops
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 6:30 pmSFO-SGN
40h 30m3 stops
$594China Eastern
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Fri, May 23 - Sat, May 31
China Airlines Logo
2:05 am - 8:30 pmSGN-SFO
32h 25m1 stop
China Airlines Logo
1:05 am - 4:20 pmSFO-SGN
25h 15m1 stop
$724China Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 29
STARLUX Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 8:30 pmSGN-SFO
23h 00m1 stop
STARLUX Airlines Logo
12:50 am - 10:15 amSFO-SGN
19h 25m1 stop
$751STARLUX Airlines
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Sun, Jun 1 - Wed, Jul 16
STARLUX Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:00 pmSGN-SFO
23h 30m1 stop
STARLUX Airlines Logo
12:50 am - 5:15 pmSFO-SGN
26h 25m1 stop
$753STARLUX Airlines
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Sun, Aug 24 - Sat, Sep 20
China Airlines Logo
2:05 am - 8:30 pmSGN-SFO
32h 25m1 stop
China Airlines Logo
1:05 am - 1:05 amSFO-SGN
34h 00m1 stop
$786China Airlines
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Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Sep 20
EVA Air Logo
1:50 am - 7:20 amSGN-SFO
19h 30m1 stop
EVA Air Logo
1:00 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-SGN
19h 00m1 stop
$832EVA Air
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Tue, Aug 26 - Sat, Sep 20
EVA Air Logo
1:50 am - 6:45 amSGN-SFO
18h 55m1 stop
EVA Air Logo
12:30 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-SGN
19h 30m1 stop
$876EVA Air
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Sat, Jun 7 - Tue, Jun 24
Vietnam Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 6:40 pmSGN-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 4:30 amSFO-SGN
15h 40mnonstop
$940Vietnam Airlines
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Sat, May 24 - Thu, Jul 17
Vietnam Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 6:40 pmSGN-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 4:30 amSFO-SGN
15h 40mnonstop
$994Vietnam Airlines
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Sun, Jun 1 - Thu, Jul 17
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Expert advice for your flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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SGN

For international departures, check in at Terminal 2. Arrive early as check-in counters can be crowded and luggage might be weighed.

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SFO

For a quick city transfer, use BART from SFO's International Terminal. It's affordable and connects to popular neighborhoods like the Mission.

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Saturday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Ho Chi Minh City, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco is November, where tickets cost $786 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,056 and $965 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonMay
Cheapest flight$408
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco

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FAQs for booking flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco

  • Which airlines provide flexible luggage policies for trips from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    A number of airlines, notably China Airlines, ANA, and EVA Air, have relaxed their baggage restrictions for flights departing from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco. Passengers flying with these airlines are excused from paying fees for carry-on luggage provided the luggage is below 22 pounds. Additionally, these airlines offer discounted pricing for checked luggage weighing no more than 50 pounds and charge less for additional pounds of checked luggage.

  • Which airlines permit pets on flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to San Francisco (SFO)?

    Pets are welcome to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco with their owners on a number of airline companies, such as China Airlines, EVA Air, and Japan Airlines, provided the pet carrier can fit under the seats. To comply with the regulations, ensure the pet and carrier do not weigh more than 25 lbs altogether.

  • Which airline's route from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco offers the most affordable flying options?

    Budget-conscious travelers may find it more affordable to travel from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco through a connecting flight as opposed to a direct flight. On this route, connecting flights are offered by a number of airlines, including Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Korean Air. These airlines' respective layover locations are Taipei, Singapore, Dubai, and Seoul.

  • Which means of transportation will cost you the lowest amount from central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport?

    The lowest-cost means of transport from central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is public buses. Bus Route 109 is the most commonly used bus route for traveling between the city center and SGN Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco was $408 for a one-way ticket and $593 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Ho Chi Minh City and San Francisco?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Ho Chi Minh City and San Francisco.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco on on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco, STARLUX Airlines or EVA Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco are STARLUX Airlines and EVA Air. With an average price for the route of $825 and an overall rating of 9.1, STARLUX Airlines is the most popular choice. EVA Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $941 and an overall rating of 8.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Ho Chi Minh City is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Ho Chi Minh City with another airline. Booking your flights between Ho Chi Minh City and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Ho Chi Minh City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $581 or less one-way and $944 or less round-trip.
  • The majority of business travelers from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to San Francisco prefer to land at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). This is because SFO is conveniently located just 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco, making it easily accessible for business travelers who need to reach the city's financial district or attend meetings in the area. The airport is well-connected to major highways and has efficient ground transportation options, such as BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) and various shuttle services.
  • You may wish to consider Japan Airlines, ANA, or China Airlines if you want to have an enhanced travel experience from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco. Customers can request an upgrade from business or economy classes while making reservations or checking in on these flights thanks to a special bidding process.
  • Consider flying with American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, or United Airlines if you are looking for entertainment on your flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to San Francisco (SFO). By selecting one of these airlines, travelers can enjoy free in-flight Wi-Fi to stream their preferred TV shows, children's cartoon networks, and music.
  • When flying from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco, the vast majority of conscientious passengers use Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) as their departure point. This is because SGN Airport has embraced alternative energy sources, particularly solar electricity, meaning it utilizes less fossil fuel, which makes it a more environmentally friendly airport.
  • Consider spending the night close to SGN Airport if you intend to take an early flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco. The GIC Airport Hotel Khách Sn Gn Sân Bay Tân Sn Nht is a convenient overnight choice due to its location close to SGN airport. Additionally, this hotel offers a free breakfast to all of its visitors.

Prefer to fly direct from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco?

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Top 5 airlines serving from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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STARLUX AirlinesOverall score based on 164 reviews
9.0Comfort
9.0Entertainment
8.9Food
9.3Crew
9.0Boarding
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Very pleasant overall, although the movie selection could have been better.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025TPE - SFO
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Very pleasant overall, although the movie selection could have been better.

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety.

I usually have ear problems when planes land. But the landing was so smooth I didn’t even notice it landing! The service was excellent!

the aircraft was fine and new. The crews can have better training. Their operations are not as smooth as EVA's. They are VERY stingy with drinking water. Throughout the entire flight, no one offered me any water and snacks. I still prefer EVA after trying out Starlux initially with lots of excitement and expectations.

Everything was smooth and professional. They could improve the raw vegan meal with fresher offerings, but otherwise they are now my favorite way to fly to Asia.

Leg space is small. Need more room for long flight.

Leg space is too small. Need to increase space for long flight.

Amazing!!! It really is good! The seats do go back far to relax so if you don’t like the person to go back, just adjust and go back and everyone goes back to settle and be comfy. Enjoy few free drinks and the little amenities they provide.

This Airline is really good! Better than Eva air for sure and more luxury. I really liked all the small details and amenities plus it really is free alcohol!

The crew services, the flight, the updates and our experience was awesome. Thank you.

I have never heard of EVA air before but I am so happy my wife and I were able to flight on their planes twice. Everything on these flights just felt better than their competitors. As someone with longer legs any bit of extra leg spaces is appreciated. The different options for food and drinks were also a plus. They were extra careful to make sure my wife's eating restrictions were taken care for. They had a before take off and landing announcements on the built in tablets for each seat and it gave out information that was very helpful. Such as what and how to declare your items in the specific country you landed in, any odd items that may be illegal to bring it (and even the reasoning why) and any other information you might need to make your post flight experience better. Oh and the seats were more comfortable, had more ability to lean and the headrest was much better for flight sleeping. The only downside was there were "forced" ads on the tablet at take off for maybe 5-10 minutes but honestly, this flight was the cheapest option and had all the benefits listed above that is such an easy trade off. Im keeping an eye out for EVA air going forward.

I have never heard of EVA air before but I am so happy my wife and I were able to flight on their planes twice. Everything on these flights just felt better than their competitors. As someone with longer legs any bit of extra leg spaces is appreciated. The different options for food and drinks were also a plus. They were extra careful to make sure my wife's eating restrictions were taken care for. They had a before take off and landing announcements on the built in tablets for each seat and it gave out information that was very helpful. Such as what and how to declare your items in the specific country you landed in, any odd items that may be illegal to bring it (and even the reasoning why) and any other information you might need to make your post flight experience better. The only downside was there were "forced" ads on the tablet at take off for maybe 5-10 minutes but honestly, this flight was the cheapest option and had all the benefits listed above that is such an easy trade off. Im keeping an eye out for EVA air going forward.

Aircraft was late getting to the gate - probably due to weather. We left the gate one hour late and had to wait another hour since we lost our slot in the takeoff queue. Our box was very wet and was falling apart when we got to Clark. It appears that luggage was exposed to weather in TPE while waiting to be loaded. Crew, however, handled the delay well and was able to provide planned service.

Sub sandwhich for a snack through mid flight and giving a bottle water was a good idea

Everything is good staff is polite and helpful flights are on time sub sandwhich for a snack was good with a bottle of water only thing maybe more variety of food like breakfast or dinner depends on the time

The flight attendants should be nicer, on my first flight I told them I’d prefer a veggie meal sometimes and then she began to lecture me about it, it was a late flight and I wanted an easy digestion meal so that I can sleep quickly. The meals were abit odd, breakfast on my last flight had eggs, oatmeal and fish, did not taste good at all, strange combination. The economy seats are very tight and crowded, not comfortable at all. Overall for the price I paid I thought I was going to get more.

seats are pitched well. you don't feel too tight.

For the price, it was better than other airlines; quality of food and service was very good.

Very smooth flight. Superb crew, great food and service. Slept most of the way. Excellent airline.

Great but I am not sure why I was placed in zone 4 for boarding despite being an Infinity Member??? Can you explain online. Thanks

Staff was so nice and very helpful with directions aswell!

It was our first time flying with China Airlines and had a very nice experience. The airline staff & crews both on the ground and air were very nice. Food on the plane was very good. Will recommend it to family and friends.

My ticket did not indication which group I was in for boarding; the gate attended help me

Very routh cabin crew food is only 2 meals for 13 hours fry with them They should get better training how to service good super routh language and talking with customer

staff are super nice and effiecient! It was a very comfortable and relaxing flight

When I booked a premium economy ticket. I then had to pay $100+ to book my seat.

Boarding could have been a little bit better but other than that it was a pretty good experience. I think because of the stowaway to Paris France recently they are being extra diligent about boarding passes at the gate. But they boarded the back of the plane first, and that's something I really think needs to start in the USA.

Didn't like on this return inbound flights (from Hong Kong to Vancouver) Outbound to the Hong Kong was good.

I was ordered vegetarian food, but didn't services to me :(

I did not take the flight, tried to cancel it right after I booked it, but was unable to reach anyone. I blame Kayak for this situation because they sent the booking through another company and I was unable to get anyone to talk to me about the situation. I had to just take the hit and pay for another flight through Cathay Pacific, which was wonderful. I will never use Kayak again. (I bet they don’t post this review!) I’ll just post about them on social media sites. I don’t want anyone to have to go through the hassle and expense I dealt with.

2 hours delay, time changes started already 2 days before the flight

Average, not more then that. Cannot compete with Singapore Airlines

I bought the front row seat and made and early online check in but they changed my seat to the back row without prior notice. The inflight meal was too poor, only a piece of small finger food. The boarding is a disaster, everyone is stuffed in a bus in chaos. Doesnt worth the money at all.

Poor. Flight was delay without prior notice. Poor boarding. Poor meal service. Plane was dirty and smelly. Does not worth the money.

Overall very nice airline. The seats were cloth unlike leather seats I am accustom to on planes. The food was adequate. I had to use a paper boarding pass as they do not like electronic boarding passes. I scanned my electronic pass, but the gate agent requested the paper pass. Luckily I had a paper pass, although my electronic pass worked and when the paper pass was scanned it stated I was already on board.

Overall very nice airline. The seats were cloth unlike leather seats I am accustom to on planes. The food was adequate.

I am a bit upset with the check in counter, I signed up a wheelchair for my mom so they wouldn’t grant us her boarding pass. We got to the airport a couple of hours earlier and they had us wait and no one ever gave us her boarding pass or the wheelchair, I had to go back and complain when it was already time for our flight to board. Since we got their earlier, I could have easily pushed my mom myself and we could have relaxed and went to the lounge while waiting… when I finally got someone to help us he couldn’t explain how and why they dismissed us in the first place.

Was on holiday with my partner and we booked with Vietnam airlines as it not meant to be a budget airline. They separated us and made us sit at either end of the plane. Not the way I planned to spend my time on my holiday separate from my loved one. How can they separate people on the same booking. They know we are together and spending quality time together.

I had sometimes my trips with Vietnam Airlines and I like it 😊

The check-in process was great, and I cannot remember the name of the supervisor, but he was good and told us about the transit process very correctly and efficiently and kindly. We were given down access and the overall process was very efficient.

Special request meals are really below average. Vegetarian options are very limited if you didn't prebook.

The flight was delayed for 30 mins. The overall experience was good.

Overall, it was ok. However, the food was very sub-par.

When comes to Taiwan airlines China airlines is the best rest are pure trash

Fast boarding flight on time boarded plane back to front instead of stupid zone groups like US airlines do...

Baggage delayed for 2 days and still chasing for reimbursement of basis items. Very horrible customer care service.

Horrible. No good food. Baggage missed to onboard and came after a day. No support to compensate the delay. Customer care cannot see the status of the complaint. No reply of the email.

Food was hood for airline food with good poftion and variety in meals. Frequency of beverage service was very low and amount of soda with meals was inadequate.

bad… no veg food was provided eventhough i pre ordered special meal

Excellent service provided the flight crew. Food and drinks were very good.

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