Doha to Ho Chi Minh City (DOH–SGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DOH–SGN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and Finnair lead the route. The flight covers 3,725 miles in approximately 7h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways Also: B6, BA, IB, JU, LA, WB | 18 | 77X, 789 | 7h33-7h55 | – | Oneworld | B6, BA, IB, JU, LA, WB |
| AY Finnair | 7 | 789 | 7h40 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ho Chi Minh City from Doha
| Metric | DOH→SGN | AUH→SGN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 74 | – |
| Flight time | 7h 40m | 6h 45m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · SGN: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 10:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City.
Qatari passport holders need a visa to enter Vietnam. The easiest option is an e-visa at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn, costing $25 for a single entry valid for up to 90 days (extended from 30 days in August 2023). Processing takes 3 business days. Upload your passport bio page and a passport photo. The e-visa is valid at all international airports, land borders, and seaports. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Vietnam also offers a visa on arrival for travelers who obtain a pre-approval letter from a Vietnamese travel agency ($25 to $50 for the letter plus $25 stamping fee at the airport). The e-visa is simpler and cheaper. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for a visa extension at the Immigration Department in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City (about $25 to $50 for 30 extra days). Multiple-entry e-visas are available for those planning to exit and re-enter.
No direct flights connect Doha to Vietnam. Route through Bangkok (1 hour 45 minutes to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City), Singapore (2 hours), or Hong Kong (2 hours). Qatar Airways connects to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City via stops or through codeshare partners. Total travel time from Doha runs 9 to 14 hours. Vietnam uses the Vietnamese dong (VND), trading at roughly 6,900 VND per QAR 1. ATMs are widespread (VND 3,000,000 to VND 5,000,000 max withdrawal per transaction, about QAR 435 to QAR 725). Card payments work at hotels and restaurants in cities. Street food is cash only. No mandatory vaccinations. Grab is the dominant ride-hail app across Vietnam.
Doha Metro Gold Line connects the city center directly to Hamad International; the Hamad International Airport station is at the terminal (15–20 min from Al Bidda / West Bay area, QAR 3–6). Metro runs 6am–11pm Sunday–Wednesday, until midnight Thursday, and 2pm–1am Friday. The Gold Line also connects to the Red and Green lines at Msheireb station for wider coverage.Taxis from West Bay / downtown Doha cost QAR 30–50 and take 15–25 minutes. Karwa taxis are metered and more regulated than informal options. Ride-hail apps (Careem, Uber) operate widely in Doha.
DOH–SGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to SGN
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways and Finnair. With 74 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DOH to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to SGN is about 7 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,725 miles (5,995 km). There are approximately 74 weekly flights outbound and 58 return, totaling 132 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Suvarnabhumi, Noi Bai and Kuala Lumpur. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Abu Dhabi (AUH).