Scenic view of the iconic Binh Tay Market entrance with surrounding trees and vibrant flags in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. — flights from Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City
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Flights from Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City

Nonstop flights from Tokyo (NRT) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) take about 5h 59m (4,384 km). Vietjet flies it. Lowest fare seen: $184 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City

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

✈ Vietjetnonstop fare seen

Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jul 2027, from $184 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $156. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$19327 Oct 2026 · Vietjet—
Nov 2026$21026 Nov 2026 · Vietjet$156 · 1 stop13 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$2396 Dec 2026 · Vietjet$212 · 1 stop2 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$26911 Jan 2027 · Vietjet$229 · 1 stop12 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$2601 Feb 2027 · Vietjet$246 · 1 stop1 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$2031 Mar 2027 · Vietjet—
Apr 2027$22515 Apr 2027 · Vietjet—
May 2027$1855 May 2027 · Vietjet—
Jul 2027$1848 Jul 2027 · Vietjet—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $156 in November 2026, against $184 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

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

Based on weather and travel conditions in Vietnam

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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.

Peak season: October – April

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Frequently asked questions — Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City flights

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City?
A nonstop flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) 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 Tokyo from Ho Chi Minh City by air?
The great-circle distance between Narita International Airport and Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 4,384 km (2,724 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the NRT–SGN 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 Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on NRT–SGN was $184 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 Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $156 one-way, against $246 for February 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $156 with one stop against $184 nonstop, a saving of $28. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Japan to Vietnam?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Vietnam 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 Ho Chi Minh City?
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.

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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