Lijiang to Ho Chi Minh City (LJG–SGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LJG–SGN had nonstop service from Ruili Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,173 miles in 3h 30m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR Ruili Airlines | 3 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LJG: CST · SGN: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Lijiang, it's 5:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City.
Chinese passport holders require a visa for Vietnam. An eVisa can be obtained online through the official portal (evisa.gov.vn) for stays of up to 90 days, with single entry (US $25) or multiple entry (US $50) options. Processing takes 3 to 7 business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date with at least two blank pages. Visa on arrival is available but the eVisa is the standard route for most travellers.
LJG–SGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LJG to SGN
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) had nonstop service from Ruili Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
LJG to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LJG to SGN is about 3 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,173 miles (1,887 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cat Bi, Noi Bai and Shenzhen Bao'an. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.