Direct (nonstop) flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City

2 airlines fly nonstop from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Mactan–Cebu International (CEB). It's 1,178 miles (1,896 km), about 3h 5m in the air. Operated by Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines.

SGN
Tansonnhat International
🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
CEB
Mactan–Cebu International
🇵🇭 Cebu City, Philippines
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,178 mi
1,896 km
CO₂/pax
199 kg
−60 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Cebu Pacific Air +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Cebu Pacific Air Cebu Pacific Air Philippine Airlines Philippine Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Cebu Pacific Air 5J Cebu Pacific Air
Route
SGN → CEB
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,178 mi
Philippine Airlines PR Philippine Airlines
Route
SGN → CEB
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,178 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City with one stop · direct emits 199 kg CO₂ per passenger

SGN MNL (Manila) CEB
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,001 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (351 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 259 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → MNL
2h 50m · 1,001 mi
View SGN to MNL flights →
Leg 2
MNL → CEB
1h 30m · 351 mi
View MNL to CEB flights →
SGN HKG (Hong Kong) CEB
Leg 1: 2h 45m (926 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,060 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 375 kg CO₂ (+88% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → HKG
2h 45m · 926 mi
View SGN to HKG flights →
Leg 2
HKG → CEB
2h 50m · 1,060 mi
View HKG to CEB flights →
SGN DMK (Bangkok) CEB
Leg 1: 1h 38m (461 mi) Leg 2: 4h 8m (1,599 mi) Total: ~5h 46m 🍃 380 kg CO₂ (+91% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → DMK
1h 38m · 461 mi
View SGN to DMK flights →
Leg 2
DMK → CEB
4h 8m · 1,599 mi
View DMK to CEB flights →
SGN SIN (Singapore) CEB
Leg 1: 2h 5m (675 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,506 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 404 kg CO₂ (+103% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → SIN
2h 5m · 675 mi
View SGN to SIN flights →
Leg 2
SIN → CEB
3h 50m · 1,506 mi
View SIN to CEB flights →
SGN HAN (Hanoi) CEB
Leg 1: 2h 10m (717 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,421 mi) Total: ~6h 🍃 398 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → HAN
2h 10m · 717 mi
View SGN to HAN flights →
Leg 2
HAN → CEB
3h 50m · 1,421 mi
View HAN to CEB flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City?

A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Cebu City (CEB) takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,178 miles (1,896 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City?

2 airlines: Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City?

Yes. 2 airlines: Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Cebu City?

The flight distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City is 1,178 miles (1,896 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Cebu City?

Cebu City is 1 hour ahead of Ho Chi Minh City. (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh vs Asia/Manila.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City?

At 3h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Viet Nam to Philippines?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Philippines embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City?

Roughly 199 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 995 km.

Is the return flight from Cebu City to Ho Chi Minh City also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu City?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Tansonnhat International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.