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Cheapest round-trip
$860
Typical prices: $850-$1,223
Asiana Airlines
Wed 3/7Sun 3/25
JFK - SGN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$454
Typical prices: $467-$824
Korean Air
Sat 11/24
JFK - SGN • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Ho Chi Minh City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $931 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 21h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Ho Chi Minh City (JFK-SGN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Ho Chi Minh City

Sun, Mar 7 - Thu, Mar 25
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 10:50 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
24h 20m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 10:00 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
$860Asiana Airlines
Sat, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 26
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 10:50 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
24h 20m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
12:10 am - 10:00 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
$860Asiana Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 10
ANA Logo
1:05 pm - 9:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
44h 50m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
11:30 pm - 9:55 pmSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 25m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$860ANA
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Mar 9
ANA Logo
12:55 am - 9:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
33h 00m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
11:30 pm - 10:30 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 00m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$860ANA
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
Philippine Airlines Logo
1:45 am - 2:20 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Philippine Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 10:45 pmSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 50m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$861Philippine Airlines
Tue, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 19
Korean Air Logo
1:20 pm - 10:10 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
21h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:45 pm - 10:15 pmSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 30m2 stops Incheon Intl Boston Logan Intl
$862Korean Air
Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 15
Korean Air Logo
4:00 pm - 11:50 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
43h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
2:05 pm - 11:00 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
$862Korean Air
Tue, Feb 16 - Mon, Mar 22
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 10:25 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
27h 10m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Incheon Intl
Delta Logo
2:05 pm - 6:22 amSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
51h 17m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$862Delta
Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25
Philippine Airlines Logo
1:45 am - 8:50 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
43h 05m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Philippine Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 10:45 pmSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 50m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$862Philippine Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Mon, Mar 15
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 11:50 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
28h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl
Delta Logo
2:05 pm - 1:42 pmSGN  Ho Chi Minh City-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
58h 37m2 stops Incheon Intl Salt Lake City
$868Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City typically range from $850 to $1,223. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $860, on Asiana Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City at $877 round-trip.
•December ($1,768) and June ($1,421) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 101% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$454
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Ho Chi Minh City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to Ho Chi Minh City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City takes 00m, covering 8,875 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City range from $850 to $1,223, with an average of $988 over the past 12 months. Anything below $850 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the $988 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $459, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City most commonly connect through:

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $942 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,129, a difference of $187.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Flying via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 58m, compared with 22h 20m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 22h 27m via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

  • What is the time difference between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Ho Chi Minh City?

    Ho Chi Minh City is 12 hours ahead of New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Indochina Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Ho Chi Minh City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Ho Chi Minh City are Ben Thanh Market, Le Van Tam Park and Bitexco Financial Tower. These are among the most viewed places in Ho Chi Minh City on KAYAK.

  • What is the luggage allowance on American Airlines flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

    American Airlines allows passengers to check up to 5 bags on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Ho Chi Minh City. The maximum allowed weight for each checked bag is 50lbs. The airline allows one piece of carry-on baggage on board the flight and one personal item that must be able to fit under the seat in front of you.

  • Which airline offers flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Ho Chi Minh City with less carbon emissions?

    JetBlue is introducing more fuel-efficient and emissions-reducing aircraft into its fleet and further reducing its carbon footprint by implementing various measures, such as reducing ground support vehicle emissions, optimizing flight operations, and reducing paper usage including on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Ho Chi Minh City.

  • What transit options are available from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to the city center?

    You can take the public bus no. 109 or 49 which takes around 40-60 minutes depending on traffic, and costs approximately 10,000 VND - 20,000 VND (0.50-0.80 USD). Taxis are also readily available at the airport and take around 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. The price ranges from 120,000 VND - 280,000 VND (5-12 USD) depending on the taxi company.

  • What services are offered to passengers with limited mobility on Finnair flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Passengers with reduced mobility or injuries can request special assistance for their Finnair flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Ho Chi Minh City. The airline provides assistance for moving around the airport, boarding/deplaning, and during the flight.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $942, about $187 less than Friday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Ho Chi Minh City trip for November. Fares historically average $877 round-trip in that month - typically $891 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.

    • Eastin Grand Hotel Saigon
    • ibis Saigon Airport
    • Holiday Inn & Suites Saigon Airport By IHG
  • There are no nonstop flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN). Flights with stops for this route will have a layover in different cities depending on the airline. These cities include Ahmedabad (AMD), Abu Dhabi (AUH), Taiwan (TPE), Dubai (DXB), Doha (DOH), and Milan (MXP).
  • US citizens need a visa to enter Vietnam. US citizens can apply for an e-visa, valid for up to 30 days, which can be obtained online before departure to Vietnam. Alternatively, US citizens can apply for a visa on arrival, which requires an approval letter to be obtained beforehand from an Immigration Department-approved agency.
  • Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) serves several nearby cities that are easily accessible from the airport. These include Bien Hoa, Tan An, Can Tho, My Tho, Rach Gia, and Dong Nai.
  • New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) is a hub for American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and JetBlue. All these airlines offer flights to Ho Chi Minh City. American Airlines and Delta Airlines operate several lounges at JFK, including Admirals Club and Delta Sky Club lounges, respectively. JetBlue has a similar lounge - called the Airspace Lounge - located in T5.
  • Delta offers early boarding for families with small children on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Ho Chi Minh City, allowing them to get settled before takeoff and kid-friendly meals to their on-board menu.

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