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Cheapest round-trip
$1,122
Typical prices: $933-$1,649
United Airlines
Fri 11/27Wed 12/23
SAN - SGN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$424
Typical prices: $454-$624
Philippine Airlines
Mon 11/16
SAN - SGN • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Ho Chi Minh City. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $950 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 03m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City (SAN-SGN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

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

Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 23
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 9:50 pm
SAN
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SGN
23h 20m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:05 pm - 2:54 pm
SGN
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SAN
30h 49m
2 stops
$1,122United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 10:55 pm
SAN
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SGN
26h 35m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 3:32 pm
SGN
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SAN
23h 02m
2 stops
$1,127United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 21
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:55 pm
SAN
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SGN
25h 40m
3 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 5:17 pm
SGN
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SAN
24h 47m
2 stops
$1,128United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Dec 23
ANA Logo
6:15 am - 10:05 pm
SAN
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SGN
25h 50m
1 stop
ANA Logo
11:05 pm - 2:54 pm
SGN
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SAN
30h 49m
2 stops
$1,130ANA
Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 17
American Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 9:45 pm
SAN
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SGN
18h 10m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:01 pm
SGN
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SAN
26h 01m
2 stops
$1,131American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:55 pm
SAN
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SGN
26h 40m
3 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 3:32 pm
SGN
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SAN
23h 02m
2 stops
$1,132United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Nov 19
ANA Logo
6:15 am - 10:05 pm
SAN
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SGN
25h 50m
1 stop
ANA Logo
7:30 am - 3:32 pm
SGN
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SAN
23h 02m
2 stops
$1,133ANA
Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 25
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 9:55 pm
SAN
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SGN
25h 35m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:35 pm
SGN
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SAN
25h 35m
3 stops
$1,136United Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 25
Japan Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 9:45 pm
SAN
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SGN
18h 10m
1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:35 am
SGN
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SAN
17h 35m
1 stop
$1,137Japan Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:18 am - 8:25 pm
SAN
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SGN
24h 07m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 10:30 pm
SGN
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SAN
42h 10m
2 stops
$1,140Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City departing in November.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City, 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 San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City is April, where tickets cost $868 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,612 and $1,367 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City, 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 San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$424
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 44% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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

  • What are the most common layover cities on the flight from San Diego (SAN) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)?

    All flights on this route will have at least one layover. The most common cities are New York (JFK) and Doha (DOH) flying with Qatar Airways, and Tokyo (NRT) on American and Japan Airlines. If you fly with China Airlines, you may have layovers in San Francisco (SFO) and Taipei (TPE). Layover times can range from 1 hour to 18 hours.

  • Do I need a visa to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)?

    US citizens will need a visa to enter Vietnam, which is good for a 30-day stay. To apply for an e-visa you will need a passport with six months’ validity, a digital passport photo, a temporary address within Vietnam, and your entry and exit dates. You will also need one blank passport page for the visa stamp upon arrival. Visas take about three business days for processing and cost approximately $30.

  • What is the baggage allowance for the flight from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Your baggage allowance will depend on which airline and ticket type you choose. Qatar Airways allows one carry-on of up to 15 lbs and two pieces of checked baggage of 50 lbs each with their Economy Classic fare. If you choose Basic Economy on American Airlines you will have to pay an extra fee for your checked bag.

  • How do I get from Ho Chi Minh Airport (SGN) to the city center?

    Taking a taxi is the most convenient way to reach the city center. They are available 24 hours a day and take you directly to your destination. You can find the official taxi stand on the left side of the main exit doors as you leave the airport. It takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the city center.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City was $424 for a one-way ticket and $1,122 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Ho Chi Minh City from San Diego.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City?

    When flying out of San Diego you will be using San Diego. You will be landing at Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Ho Chi Minh City.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

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

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Ho Chi Minh City, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Ho Chi Minh City from San Diego?

    Tokyo is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City are STARLUX Airlines and EVA Air. With an average price for the route of $879 and an overall rating of 8.8, STARLUX Airlines is the most popular choice. EVA Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,087 and an overall rating of 8.5.

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

    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 San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City from San Diego 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 San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City?

    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 Ho Chi Minh City with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and SGN 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 San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City?

    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 Ho Chi Minh City from San Diego 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 San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City

  • There are no nonstop flights from San Diego to Ho Chi Minh City, but you have several options with only one layover. Japan Airlines and American Airlines both offer flights with one stop in Tokyo (NRT) which would be the quickest and most direct option for this route.
  • If you fly with American or Japan Airlines, you might have to transfer to a different airport during your layover in Tokyo. The most convenient way to get between the two airports is by a direct bus that runs every 15 - 20 minutes.
  • For this long-haul flight, consider upgrading your ticket. On American Airlines, you will get a larger seat, two free checked bags, and the option to change your ticket without a fee. Business Comfort on Qatar Airways will allow you two pieces each of hand luggage and checked luggage and will give you access to the lounge during your layover.
  • Japan Airlines caters to babies and children onboard by offering special meals, disposable diapers, changing stands, and games and toys. They also offer stroller lending at the airport and priority boarding to those traveling with kids.
  • Passengers traveling with American Airlines, Japan Airlines, or Qatar Airways with allergies or special dietary requirements may request a special meal. Requests can be made online and should be done at least 24 hours in advance.

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