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

3 airlines fly nonstop from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). It's 4,245 miles (6,831 km), about 8h 30m in the air. Operated by Jetstar, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.

SGN
Tansonnhat International
🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
SYD
Kingsford Smith International Airport
🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
Flight Time
8h 30m
Distance
4,245 mi
6,831 km
CO₂/pax
649 kg
−92 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Jetstar +2
Time Diff
+3h
Operated by Jetstar Jetstar VietJet Air VietJet Air Vietnam Airlines Vietnam Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jetstar JQ Jetstar
Route
SGN → SYD
Flight Time
8h 30m
Distance
4,245 mi
VietJet Air VJ VietJet Air
Route
SGN → SYD
Flight Time
8h 30m
Distance
4,245 mi
Vietnam Airlines VN Vietnam Airlines
Route
SGN → SYD
Flight Time
8h 30m
Distance
4,245 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney with one stop · direct emits 649 kg CO₂ per passenger

SGN MEL (Melbourne) SYD
Leg 1: 8h 15m (4,151 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (439 mi) Total: ~9h 40m 🍃 741 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → MEL
8h 15m · 4,151 mi
View SGN to MEL flights →
Leg 2
MEL → SYD
1h 25m · 439 mi
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SGN DPS (Denpasar) SYD
Leg 1: 3h 50m (1,466 mi) Leg 2: 5h 55m (2,870 mi) Total: ~9h 45m 🍃 712 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → DPS
3h 50m · 1,466 mi
View SGN to DPS flights →
Leg 2
DPS → SYD
5h 55m · 2,870 mi
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SGN SIN (Singapore) SYD
Leg 1: 2h 5m (675 mi) Leg 2: 7h 45m (3,907 mi) Total: ~9h 50m 🍃 747 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → SIN
2h 5m · 675 mi
View SGN to SIN flights →
Leg 2
SIN → SYD
7h 45m · 3,907 mi
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SGN CGK (Jakarta) SYD
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,164 mi) Leg 2: 6h 45m (3,427 mi) Total: ~10h 5m 🍃 746 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → CGK
3h 20m · 1,164 mi
View SGN to CGK flights →
Leg 2
CGK → SYD
6h 45m · 3,427 mi
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SGN BNE (Brisbane) SYD
Leg 1: 8h 30m (4,073 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (464 mi) Total: ~10h 5m 🍃 734 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → BNE
8h 30m · 4,073 mi
View SGN to BNE flights →
Leg 2
BNE → SYD
1h 35m · 464 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Sydney (SYD) takes approximately 8 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 4,245 miles (6,831 km).

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

3 airlines: Jetstar, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.

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

Yes. 3 airlines: Jetstar, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Sydney?

The flight distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney is 4,245 miles (6,831 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Rome.

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

Sydney is 3 hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City. (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh vs Australia/Sydney.)

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

At 8h 30m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 649 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,245 km.

Is the return flight from Sydney 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 Sydney?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. 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.