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

2 airlines fly nonstop from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Phuket International Airport (HKT). It's 600 miles (965 km), about 1h 53m in the air. Operated by VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.

SGN
Tansonnhat International
🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
HKT
Phuket International Airport
🇹🇭 Phuket, Thailand
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
600 mi
965 km
CO₂/pax
111 kg
−65 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
VietJet Air +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by VietJet Air VietJet Air Vietnam Airlines Vietnam Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

VietJet Air VJ VietJet Air
Route
SGN → HKT
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
600 mi
Vietnam Airlines VN Vietnam Airlines
Route
SGN → HKT
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
600 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Phuket with one stop · direct emits 111 kg CO₂ per passenger

SGN PEN (Penang) HKT
Leg 1: 1h 40m (579 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (235 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → PEN
1h 40m · 579 mi
View SGN to PEN flights →
Leg 2
PEN → HKT
1h 5m · 235 mi
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SGN SAI (Siem Reap) HKT
Leg 1: 1h 13m (240 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (541 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+53% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → SAI
1h 13m · 240 mi
View SGN to SAI flights →
Leg 2
SAI → HKT
1h 35m · 541 mi
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SGN BKK (Bangkok) HKT
Leg 1: 1h 30m (446 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (418 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → BKK
1h 30m · 446 mi
View SGN to BKK flights →
Leg 2
BKK → HKT
1h 30m · 418 mi
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SGN DMK (Bangkok) HKT
Leg 1: 1h 38m (461 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (428 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → DMK
1h 38m · 461 mi
View SGN to DMK flights →
Leg 2
DMK → HKT
1h 25m · 428 mi
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SGN KUL (Kuala Lumpur) HKT
Leg 1: 2h (650 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (437 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+104% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → KUL
2h · 650 mi
View SGN to KUL flights →
Leg 2
KUL → HKT
1h 30m · 437 mi
View KUL to HKT flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Phuket (HKT) takes approximately 1 hours and 53 minutes. The distance is 600 miles (965 km).

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

2 airlines: VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.

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

Yes. 2 airlines: VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Phuket?

The flight distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Phuket is 600 miles (965 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

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

At 1h 53m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 111 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 555 km.

Is the return flight from Phuket 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 Phuket?

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.