Lijiang to Ho Chi Minh City (LJG–SGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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DR5051
DR Ruili
737
10:40 AM
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1:10 PM
+07
3h 30m
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DR Ruili
737
2:15 PM
+07 TT2
6:35 PM
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3h 20m
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Lijiang to Ho Chi Minh City
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 1,173 mi 3h 30m nonstop -1h behind 18 1-stop hubs

LJG–SGN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ruili Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,173 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LJG–SGN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DR Ruili Airlines 3 737 3h30 – – –
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – DR
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: DR (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LJG to SGN direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LJG to SGN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
905
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Lijiang.
LJG: CST · SGN: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Lijiang, it's 5:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City.
Distance & Flight Time
1,173 mi / 1,887 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 30m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

LJG–SGN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lijiang to Ho Chi Minh City route.
Route details
Distance1,173 mi / 1,887 km
Flight time3h 30m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: LJG
Full nameLijiang Sanyi International Airport
IATA / ICAOLJG / ZPLJ
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Elevation7,359 ft / 2,243 m
Destination: SGN
Full nameTan Son Nhat International Airport
IATA / ICAOSGN / VVTS
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Passengers/yr39.8M
Elevation33 ft / 10 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LJG to SGN flights.
Nonstop flights from Lijiang Sanyi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport take approximately 3h 30m. The route covers 1,173 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Ruili Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from LJG to SGN. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NNG, CSX, HGH, TNA, WUH, HPH, ICN, BKK, XMN, KWE, CKG, NKG, SZX, CAN, PVG, PKX, TFU and PEK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Lijiang.
Yes, return flights from SGN to LJG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LJG to SGN

Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) are connected by nonstop service from Ruili Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

LJG to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LJG to SGN ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,173 miles (1,887 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via NNG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.