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Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City

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November 1 - November 15

Cheapest

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,018

$832

Round trip

October 29 - November 2

Best

Earliest

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,132

$856

Round trip

October 30 - November 16

Best

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,143

$867

Round trip

October 30 - November 18

Best

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,142

$867

Round trip

November 1 - November 17

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,014

$867

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November 1 - November 18

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,012

$867

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October 29 - November 15

Best

Earliest

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,143

$870

Round trip

October 29 - November 16

Best

Earliest

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,144

$870

Round trip

October 29 - November 17

Best

Earliest

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,142

$870

Round trip

October 29 - November 18

Best

Earliest

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,141

$870

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Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City

Flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City cover a substantial distance of 9,404 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City, fares typically range from $799–$890, with a median price of $854. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, yet 72% of recent fares were still classified as a good price. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City, the data indicates that April and May are the most budget-friendly months, with median fares of $830 and $831 respectively. January also presents a competitive option, with a median fare of $854. These months offer the best value for this long-haul journey.

There are currently no direct flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City. Most itineraries for this route involve connections, typically requiring 2 stopovers. This means travelers should anticipate a journey that includes at least two intermediate stops before reaching their final destination.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City takes approximately 30 hours and 55 minutes, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least two stopovers, this median duration reflects the comprehensive travel time, accounting for layovers and transfers between flights.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City

Regular price: $975 - $1,611

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $975 and $1,611. The current lowest deal is $814 with Qatar Airways, for travel from Oct 15-Oct 20.

now $814

Low $975

High $1,611

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City is April, with a median price of 830 USD. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of 1665 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $830

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,665

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Direct flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City

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Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

Johannesburg (JNB) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Emirates Airlines

$1,181

$1,045

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

Johannesburg (JNB) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Emirates Airlines

$1,104

$897

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

Johannesburg (JNB) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Air China

$1,131

$938

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

Johannesburg (JNB) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Emirates Airlines

$1,089

$1,017

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

Johannesburg (JNB) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Emirates Airlines

$1,075

$1,014

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Ho Chi Minh City

Johannesburg (JNB) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Air China

$1,048

$889

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City

22 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 23

$1,406 → $934

34%

23 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 31

$1,417 → $954

33%

18 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 26

$1,414 → $956

32%

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

$1,353 → $955

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City

Johannesburg - Ho Chi Minh City route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 30h 55m

Flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City typically take 30h 55m with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals from multiple airlines

This route sees frequent deals, with 1.03 deals per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers deals from $814

Qatar Airways recently offered a deal for $814 from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 72% of the time

Historically, good prices for Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City are available 72% of the time.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Fly from O. R. Tambo International for flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$814

Lanseria International (HLA)

Consider Lanseria International as an alternative for flights from Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1589

Ho Chi Minh City main airports to arrive at

Tan Son Nhat International (SGN)

Cheapest

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is a good arrival option for flights to Ho Chi Minh City.

📍 ~6 km from Ho Chi Minh City center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$814

Airports nearby Ho Chi Minh City used as alternative

Can Tho International (VCA)

Can Tho International is a practical domestic alternative due to its proximity and road links to Ho Chi Minh City.

📍 ~135 km from Ho Chi Minh City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1218

Phnom Penh International (PNH)

Phnom Penh International is a major international gateway with diverse carrier options and established infrastructure.

📍 ~200 km from Ho Chi Minh City (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$1142

Lien Khuong (DLI)

Lien Khuong is a reliable domestic hub with frequent connections, accessible via bus services from Ho Chi Minh City.

📍 ~200 km from Ho Chi Minh City (reachable by bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1071

Cam Ranh International (CXR)

Cheapest

Cam Ranh International offers large international capacity and good rail and road connectivity to southern provinces.

📍 ~300 km from Ho Chi Minh City (reachable by rail or road)

💸 Flights from ~$1065

Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)

Phu Quoc International Airport has a high volume of traffic and modern facilities, but is an island location.

📍 ~400 km from Ho Chi Minh City (requires flight or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$1125

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Ho Chi Minh City

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fare.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you secure a good deal. Mid-week bookings might also offer slight advantages.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide additional flight options and potentially lower fares. While it may require extra travel time to and from these airports, the savings could make it a worthwhile consideration. Always factor in ground transportation costs.

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