Direct (nonstop) flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Johor Bharu

1 airline flys nonstop from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Sultan Ismail (JHB). It's 663 miles (1,067 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by AirAsia.

SGN
Tansonnhat International
🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
JHB
Sultan Ismail
🇲🇾 Johor Bharu, Malaysia
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
663 mi
1,067 km
CO₂/pax
123 kg
−73 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AirAsia
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by AirAsia AirAsia

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AirAsia AK AirAsia
Route
SGN → JHB
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
663 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Johor Bharu with one stop · direct emits 123 kg CO₂ per passenger

SGN PEN (Penang) JHB
Leg 1: 1h 40m (579 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (344 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → PEN
1h 40m · 579 mi
View SGN to PEN flights →
Leg 2
PEN → JHB
1h 10m · 344 mi
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SGN KUL (Kuala Lumpur) JHB
Leg 1: 2h (650 mi) Leg 2: 1h (155 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → KUL
2h · 650 mi
View SGN to KUL flights →
Leg 2
KUL → JHB
1h · 155 mi
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SGN DMK (Bangkok) JHB
Leg 1: 1h 38m (461 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (869 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+120% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → DMK
1h 38m · 461 mi
View SGN to DMK flights →
Leg 2
DMK → JHB
2h 25m · 869 mi
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SGN BKI (Kota Kinabalu) JHB
Leg 1: 2h 10m (725 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (903 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 326 kg CO₂ (+165% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → BKI
2h 10m · 725 mi
View SGN to BKI flights →
Leg 2
BKI → JHB
2h 15m · 903 mi
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SGN CGK (Jakarta) JHB
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,164 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (572 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 328 kg CO₂ (+167% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → CGK
3h 20m · 1,164 mi
View SGN to CGK flights →
Leg 2
CGK → JHB
1h 45m · 572 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Johor Bharu (JHB) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 663 miles (1,067 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ho Chi Minh City to Johor Bharu?

Just AirAsia.

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

Yes. 1 airline: AirAsia.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Johor Bharu?

The flight distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Johor Bharu is 663 miles (1,067 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

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

Johor Bharu is 1 hour behind Ho Chi Minh City. (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh vs Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.)

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

At 1h 50m, 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 Malaysia?

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

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

Roughly 123 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 615 km.

Is the return flight from Johor Bharu 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 Johor Bharu?

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.