Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamTokyo, Japan

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Tokyo

Nonstop flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Tokyo (NRT) take about 5h 59m (4,384 km). Vietjet flies it. Lowest fare seen: $161 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Tokyo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Cathay Pacific plane on runway at Narita Airport, Tokyo, with terminal and control tower in view. — arriving in Tokyo

Airport transfer

NRT → Tokyo, booked before you fly

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Vietnam Airlines plane taking off from Ho Chi Minh City airport with urban skyline background. — lounges at Ho Chi Minh City Airport

Ho Chi Minh City Airport · 6 lounges

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Trains, buses and taxi faresNRT to Tokyo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Tokyo →88 drop-off points, from ¥270.00

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Airlines flying Ho Chi Minh City to Tokyo

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

✈ Vietjetnonstop fare seen

Ho Chi Minh City to Tokyo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $158 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $143. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$15827 Oct 2026 · Vietjet	$145 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$15813 Nov 2026 · Vietjet	$143 · 1 stop10 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$18322 Dec 2026 · Vietjet	$143 · 1 stop1 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$16825 Jan 2027 · Vietjet	$153 · 1 stop20 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$2195 Feb 2027 · Vietjet	$158 · 1 stop23 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	$24417 Mar 2027 · Vietjet	$148 · 1 stop8 Mar 2027
Apr 2027	$18430 Apr 2027 · Vietjet	$166 · 1 stop6 Apr 2027
May 2027	$18214 May 2027 · Vietjet	—
Jul 2027	$1618 Jul 2027 · Vietjet	—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $143 for November 2026, $143 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Ho Chi Minh City to Tokyo, 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 Tokyo

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

Peak season: March – May, September – November

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Frequently asked questions — Ho Chi Minh City to Tokyo flights

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

A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Tokyo (NRT) takes about 5h 59m, covering 4,384 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 Tokyo by air?

The great-circle distance between Tan Son Nhat International Airport and Narita International Airport is 4,384 km (2,724 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Tokyo?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SGN–NRT route include Vietjet. 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 Tokyo cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SGN–NRT was $161 USD with Vietjet (nonstop), departing 8 Jul 2027, 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 Tokyo?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $143 one-way, against $182 for May 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 Tokyo?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $143 with one stop against $161 nonstop, a saving of $18. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Vietnam to Japan?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Japan 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 Tokyo?

Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

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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