Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Ho Chi Minh City from £535

Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Ho Chi Minh City from £535

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Wed, May 6
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£535
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Sun, May 3
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£535
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Tue, May 5
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£535
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Mon, May 4
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
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Thu, May 7
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£551
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Fri, May 8
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£568
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Tue, May 5 – Tue, May 12
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£1,008
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Tue, May 5 – Tue, May 12
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£1,133
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Wed, May 6 – Tue, May 12
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£1,148
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Wed, May 6 – Mon, May 11
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£1,149
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Mon, May 4 – Mon, May 11
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£1,149
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Thu, May 7 – Tue, May 12
Washington, D.C. IADHo Chi Minh City SGN
£1,164
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How much do flights to Ho Chi Minh City cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£535

Cheapest round-trip

£1,008

Average round-trip

£1,335

Most popular airline

Frontier Airlines

Getting from Ho Chi Minh City airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: public bus routes 109 and 152.

Ho Chi Minh City is served by Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), located approximately 8 km north of the city center. As Vietnam's busiest airport, it offers several airport transfers to city center options including public buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours. The city center, particularly District 1, is the main destination for most travelers.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

45-70 min

₫20,000 (approximately $0.80 USD)

every 15–20 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

40-60 min

₫5,000 (approximately $0.20 USD)

every 15–20 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

20-45 min

₫150,000-₫250,000 (approximately $6–10 USD; metered fare)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience with luggage

20-45 min

₫100,000-₫200,000 (approximately $4–8 USD; varies with demand)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

20-45 min

₫300,000-₫500,000 (approximately $12–20 USD; pre-booked)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

15-30 min

₫50,000-₫100,000 (approximately $2–4 USD; negotiate fare)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

solo travelers, light luggage

Notes:

  • Prices in VND; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic in Ho Chi Minh City can be extremely heavy, especially during rush hours (7–9 AM and 5–7 PM). Allow extra time.
  • Use reputable taxi companies (Vinasun with white and green livery, Mai Linh with green livery) to avoid scams.
  • Grab is the most widely used ride-hailing app in Vietnam and offers transparent pricing.
  • Bus 109 is air-conditioned and has luggage space; Bus 152 is a standard city bus.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Ho Chi Minh City

Depart from
Washington Dulles International
Arrive to
Tan Son Nhat International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Cu Chi Tunnels - Killing Fields, Phnom Penh - Mekong Delta

Check-in for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ho Chi Minh City

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Frontier AirlinesFFTF9No
United AirlinesUALUANo
Etihad AirwaysETDEYNo
VietJet AirVJCVJYes
Cathay PacificCPACXNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Ho Chi Minh City

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January32°C23°C
February33°C23°C
March35°C25°C
April34°C26°C
May33°C26°C
June32°C25°C
July31°C25°C
August31°C25°C
September30°C24°C
October30°C24°C
November31°C24°C
December31°C23°C
Hottest Month
35°C
March
Coldest month
23°C
January
Sunny days
176
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
11 Apr
38°C25°C
18 Apr
88%
32°C25°C
Sunday
12 Apr
39°C26°C
19 Apr
81%
31°C25°C
Monday
13 Apr
38°C27°C
20 Apr
87%
33°C25°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
86%
37°C27°C
21 Apr
78%
32°C26°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
87%
34°C27°C
22 Apr
34°C26°C
Thursday
16 Apr
85%
35°C26°C
23 Apr
35°C26°C
Friday
17 Apr
81%
33°C27°C
24 Apr
87%
35°C26°C
Travelers usually depart from Washington Dulles International, Baltimore–Washington International, or Ronald Reagan Washington National when they travel from Washington, D.C. to Ho Chi Minh City. The most popular airlines for this route are Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Etihad Airways, VietJet Air, and Cathay Pacific. Washington, D.C. and Ho Chi Minh City have 400 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Ho Chi Minh City, consider visiting Cu Chi Tunnels, Killing Fields, Phnom Penh, and Mekong Delta.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Washington, D.C.?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Washington, D.C. and London, Orlando, Atlanta, Edinburgh, Los Angeles, Tampa, Mexico City, Miami, San Salvador, San Juan, Dallas, Istanbul, Denver, New Delhi, Guadalajara, Fort Lauderdale, Kathmandu, Manchester, Paris, Toronto.
What are the most popular routes to and from Ho Chi Minh City?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Ho Chi Minh City and London, Bangkok, Da Nang, Hanoi, Phú Quốc, Phuket Province, Phuket City, Singapore, Bali, Manila, Denpasar, Manchester, Chiang Mai, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, Nha Trang, Sydney, Phnom Penh, Melbourne, Perth.
Which airports are there in Washington, D.C.?
Washington, D.C. is mainly served by Washington Dulles International. But there are other airports nearby, including Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National.
What airports are near Washington, D.C.?
The main airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington Dulles International. It is also served by Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Atlantic City International, Richmond International, Lehigh Valley International, Harrisburg International, Trenton–Mercer, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Lancaster, Hagerstown Regional.
What airports are near Ho Chi Minh City?
The main airport in Ho Chi Minh City is Tan Son Nhat International. It is also served by Tan Son Nhat International, Can Tho International, Lien Khuong, Rach Gia, Phnom Penh International.
Which airlines fly between Washington, D.C. and Ho Chi Minh City?
Currently, you can fly between Washington, D.C. and Ho Chi Minh City with Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Etihad Airways, VietJet Air, Cathay Pacific.
When’s the best time to travel between Washington, D.C. and Ho Chi Minh City?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Washington, D.C. and Ho Chi Minh City, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Washington, D.C. and Ho Chi Minh City?
Traveling between Washington, D.C. and Ho Chi Minh City, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Washington, D.C.?
There are a number of airports in and around Washington, D.C.. The main one is Washington Dulles International and other nearby airports include Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Atlantic City International, Richmond International, Lehigh Valley International, Harrisburg International, Trenton–Mercer, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Lancaster, Hagerstown Regional
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