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Cheapest round-trip
$944
Typical prices: $701-$872
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SFO - SGN • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,061
Typical prices: $917-$1,026
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Thu 10/1Thu 10/15
SFO - SGN • Non-stop
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Shortest trip • 18h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City (SFO-SGN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 30
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12:30 am - 10:30 pm
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32h 00m
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7:35 pm - 10:15 pm
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16h 40m
1 stop
$944Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Fri, Sep 4
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12:00 pm - 1:35 am
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23h 35m
1 stop
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2:35 am - 7:43 pm
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SFO
31h 08m
2 stops
$946China Eastern
Thu, Jul 16 - Sun, Aug 23
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12:00 pm - 6:10 pm
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64h 10m
3 stops
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2:35 am - 3:50 pm
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SFO
27h 15m
2 stops
$947China Eastern
Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 17
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1:05 am - 9:40 am
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SGN
18h 35m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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SFO
17h 00m
1 stop
$949China Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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7:49 pm - 10:15 am
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SGN
24h 26m
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5:50 pm - 8:36 am
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SFO
29h 46m
2 stops
$951Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 16 - Mon, Sep 7
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12:30 am - 8:30 am
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SGN
18h 00m
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9:55 am - 9:10 pm
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25h 15m
1 stop
$952Philippine Airlines
Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Sep 10
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12:35 am - 1:05 am
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34h 30m
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7:50 am - 8:40 pm
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26h 50m
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$953China Southern
Sun, Aug 2 - Mon, Aug 17
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1:05 am - 4:20 pm
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25h 15m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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17h 00m
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$954China Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Fri, Sep 11
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12:30 am - 8:30 am
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SGN
18h 00m
1 stop
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10:25 pm - 3:30 pm
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SFO
31h 05m
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$955Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:37 pm - 11:25 am
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SGN
27h 48m
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7:40 pm - 9:50 am
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SFO
28h 10m
1 stop
$956Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City departing in September.

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

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

For San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Ho Chi Minh City back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Wednesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is October, where tickets cost $748 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,253 and $1,237 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $786, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SGN

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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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$520
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

When to book flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco 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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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

  • Where can I park at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    The Domestic Garage, International Garage A, and International Garage G are the three parking garages located next to the terminals. It costs about $36 per day to park in these garages. The remote Long Term Lot and Long Term Garage cost about $18 per day and are connected to the airport by a free shuttle bus service that operates 24/7 and runs about every 5 to 15 minutes.

  • Can I fly nonstop from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)?

    Unfortunately, no nonstop flights from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) are currently available. However, travelers have many options for flights with only one stop between these two cities. Airlines offering one-stop flights include All Nippon Airways (ANA), Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, EVA Air, and China Airlines.

  • Can I take the BART train to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    The Bay Area Rapid Transit, or BART, train station is in the International Terminal near Parking Garage G and adjacent to the AirTrain stop. It takes about 29min to get from the Powell Street Station at Union Square to the airport using the BART trains, and the fare for this ride is about $9.65.

  • Can I take public transportation into Ho Chi Minh City from the airport?

    Although no trains stop at the Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN), several buses stop in front of the International Terminal and transport passengers into the city. Some of the bus routes that connect to the city center are the Yellow Line #109, which has scheduled stops on the way to the city center; the Yellow Line #49, which can drop off passengers at hotels as upon request along the route; and the Green Line #152, which is typically a bit slower and charges extra per item of luggage. Prices for these buses range from about VND 5,000 ($0.22) for the #152 buses to about VND 40,000 ($1.75) for the #49 buses.

  • What amenities are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO) for families traveling with young children?

    SFO has three Kids’ Spot play areas, which are located behind the security checkpoints in the International Terminal and in Terminals 2 and 3. SFO’s Video Arts program highlights short family-friendly films in their gallery located before security in the International Terminal. Nursing moms will find at least one private nursery room in each terminal.

  • Does the Caltrain commuter rail service connect to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    Yes, Caltrain trains stop at the Millbrae station just blocks away from the San Francisco Airport. From here, you can hop aboard a BART train or a SamTrans bus for a short ride (less than 15min) to the airport.

  • Where can I watch the planes while waiting for my departure from San Francisco Airport?

    Watching the planes take off and land is a great way to pass the time at SFO. If the weather is nice, head outside to the SkyTerrace observation deck located before security at the top of Terminal 2. You can also ride the AirTrain, which has excellent views of the runways.

  • Are there any amenities for members of the military at San Francisco Airport?

    The USO Center, located before security on the Mezzanine level of SFO’s Terminal 1, offers members of the military and military families “a home away from home”. In addition to the lounge and family room, military travelers can enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks, computer workstations, and travel services. Servicemembers will also find a number of SFO stores and eateries offering military discounts.

  • Where is Ho Chi Minh Airport (SGN) located in Vietnam?

    Ho Chi Minh Airport is located near the southern tip of Vietnam in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. It is just over 4 miles northwest of such sites as the War Remnants Museum, Independence Palace, and the Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon. SGN is about 590 miles south of Da Nang and about 146 miles southeast of Cambodia’s capital city, Phnom Penh.

  • Can I store some of my luggage at Ho Chi Minh Airport (SGN)?

    If your stay in Ho Chi Minh City is only one part of your journey, you may want to store one or more of your suitcases at the airport. You’ll find 24-hour luggage lockers on the ground floor (Arrivals area) of SGN’s International Terminal. 

  • How many flights are there between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from San Francisco and lands in Ho Chi Minh City, with an average flight time of 15h 40m. The most common departure time is 10:00 pm and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 4 flights.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City was $520 for a one-way ticket and $944 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

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

    On your way to Ho Chi Minh City, you’ll fly out from San Francisco. You’ll be landing at Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Only Asiana Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco 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 $872 and an overall rating of 8.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $592 or less one-way and $1,134 or less round-trip.
  • The AirTrain, San Francisco Airport’s free, automated people-mover train, operates 24/7 and has a Red and a Blue line. The Red Line stops at the airport Hyatt, terminals, terminal parking garages, and the BART station. The Blue Line stops at these stops plus the Rental Car Center. Note that this train does not stop at the Long-Term Parking Garage.
  • With SFO's Kiss & Fly Drop-Off, your family or friends can drop you off at the Rental Car Center’s AirTrain station on North McDonnell Road and you can ride the AirTrain’s Blue Line train directly to your departure terminal.
  • San Francisco Airport (SFO) has four terminals, Terminals 1-3 and the International Terminal. The International Terminal has two boarding areas (Boarding Areas A and G) that are situated on either side of the public area of the terminal. These boarding areas are not connected post-security.
  • Instructions for self-guided tours are available at San Francisco Airports’ information kiosks. These 30 minutes to 60-minute tours highlight some interesting sites around the airport. There is a tour for each terminal and the AirTrain. All tours are pre-security, and they’re a fun way for kids and adults to pass the time while waiting for a flight.
  • Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Vietnam’s busiest airport, is commonly referred to as Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN). The airport has two main passenger terminals, Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights.
  • If you have an early morning flight out of San Francisco Airport (SFO), consider staying at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, which is located on the airport grounds and is connected to the terminals by SFO’s AirTrain. You’ll wake up refreshed for your trip, and you won’t be in danger of missing your flight because you’re stuck in traffic.
  • The Aviation Museum in the main hall of SFO’s International Terminal has free programs and aviation-inspired exhibits. It is a great place for travelers of all ages to spend some time while waiting for your departure.
  • Ho Chi Minh Airport (SGN), Vietnam’s busiest airport, is a hub for Bamboo Airways, Vietnam Air Services (VASCO), and Vietnam Airlines. SGN is also a focus city for two airlines, Pacific Airlines and VietJet Air.

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