Flights from San Francisco to Hanoi
Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for SFO–HAN.
Route snapshot: San Francisco to Hanoi
San Francisco (SFO) to Hanoi (HAN) is 11,758 km in a straight line, the equivalent of about 15h 12m in the air; we have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $454 with United Airlines (2 stops), departing 15 Oct 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.
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Why travelers watch this route
Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $454 with United Airlines (2 stops), departing 15 Oct 2026. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Hanoi demand usually strengthens around October – April, which can push fares higher on this corridor.
Who flies it
We have not confirmed a nonstop carrier on SFO–HAN; most travellers connect through a hub.
Airlines flying San Francisco to Hanoi
We have not confirmed which airlines fly SFO–HAN nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.
San Francisco–Hanoi route intelligence
Updated analysis of the SFO–HAN corridor — distance, fares, timing, and connecting options.
Route profile
San Francisco (SFO) to Hanoi (HAN) is a ultra-long-haul corridor spanning approximately 11,758 km, with typical block time around 14h 30m. Published fares cluster between $600 and $1600 in economy. Ultra long-haul.
Best time to book
Ultra-long-haul corridors reward early planners — fares are softest 12-16 weeks before departure. Premium-cabin awards open ~330 days out.
Demand-spike calendar: Tết (Lunar New Year, late Jan/early Feb) is when Vietnamese diaspora return en masse — outbound from VN clears, inbound floods. Avoid booking the 10 days around Tết unless flexible.
Connecting hubs to compare
If a nonstop on the SFO–HAN corridor is sold out or overpriced, one-stop itineraries through Tokyo (NRT), Seoul (ICN), Hong Kong (HKG) and Taipei (TPE) are typically the strongest alternatives — often 20-40% cheaper than nonstop, with 3-12 hours added to total journey time.
Visa & arrival
Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between and Vietnam — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.
Best time to fly to Hanoi
Based on weather and travel conditions in Vietnam
Vietnam spans multiple climate zones. Hanoi and the north are best Oct–Apr; Ho Chi Minh City is best Nov–Apr. Da Nang is excellent Feb–Aug. The middle has complex weather patterns.
Direct & Connecting Flights
We have not seen a nonstop fare between San Francisco (SFO) and Hanoi (HAN), so most itineraries connect through a hub.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on SFO–HAN was $454 USD (2 stops) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Hanoi, Vietnam
Flights arrive at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). Best visited during October – April. See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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