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

2 airlines fly nonstop from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 1,349 miles (2,171 km), about 3h 30m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, VietJet Air.

SGN
Tansonnhat International
🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,349 mi
2,171 km
CO₂/pax
228 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Sichuan Airlines +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines VietJet Air VietJet Air

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
SGN → TFU
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,349 mi
VietJet Air VJ VietJet Air
Route
SGN → TFU
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,349 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 228 kg CO₂ per passenger

SGN HAN (Hanoi) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 10m (717 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (632 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 275 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → HAN
2h 10m · 717 mi
View SGN to HAN flights →
Leg 2
HAN → TFU
1h 55m · 632 mi
View HAN to TFU flights →
SGN KTI (Phnom Penh) TFU
Leg 1: 55m (124 mi) Leg 2: 3h 13m (1,304 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → KTI
55m · 124 mi
View SGN to KTI flights →
Leg 2
KTI → TFU
3h 13m · 1,304 mi
View KTI to TFU flights →
SGN VTE (Vientiane) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (564 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (857 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → VTE
1h 45m · 564 mi
View SGN to VTE flights →
Leg 2
VTE → TFU
2h 30m · 857 mi
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SGN NNG (Nanning) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 25m (817 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (578 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 283 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → NNG
2h 25m · 817 mi
View SGN to NNG flights →
Leg 2
NNG → TFU
1h 50m · 578 mi
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SGN KMG (Kunming) TFU
Leg 1: 3h (1,012 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (370 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → KMG
3h · 1,012 mi
View SGN to KMG flights →
Leg 2
KMG → TFU
1h 20m · 370 mi
View KMG to TFU flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,349 miles (2,171 km).

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

2 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, VietJet Air.

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

Yes. 2 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, VietJet Air.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu is 1,349 miles (2,171 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 Chengdu?

Chengdu is 1 hour behind Ho Chi Minh City. (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh vs Asia/Shanghai.)

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

At 3h 30m, 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 China?

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

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

Roughly 228 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,140 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu 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 Chengdu?

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.