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Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne

Nonstop flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Melbourne (MEL) take about 8h 52m (6,698 km). Vietjet and Jetstar fly it. Lowest fare seen: $193 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne

Carriers on SGN–MEL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Vietjetnonstop fare seen✈ Jetstarnonstop fare seen

Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $193 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $181. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$25230 Oct 2026 · Vietjet$206 · 1 stop30 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$19524 Nov 2026 · Vietjet$181 · 1 stop25 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$19325 Dec 2026 · Vietjet—
Jan 2027$5455 Jan 2027 · Vietjet$364 · 1 stop28 Jan 2027 · Vietjet
Feb 2027$3165 Feb 2027 · Jetstar$256 · 1 stop15 Feb 2027 · Vietjet
Mar 2027$32616 Mar 2027 · Vietjet$201 · 1 stop16 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$3634 Apr 2027 · Vietjet$291 · 1 stop4 Apr 2027
Jun 2027$19814 Jun 2027 · Vietjet—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $181 for November 2026, $193 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Melbourne

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne flights

How long is the flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne?
A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Melbourne (MEL) takes about 8h 52m, covering 6,698 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Melbourne by air?
The great-circle distance between Tan Son Nhat International Airport and Melbourne Airport is 6,698 km (4,162 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SGN–MEL route include Vietjet and Jetstar. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SGN–MEL was $193 USD with Vietjet (nonstop), departing 25 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $181 one-way, against $364 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $181 with one stop against $193 nonstop, a saving of $12. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Vietnam to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Melbourne?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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