Nanjing to Ho Chi Minh City (NKG–SGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU2839
MU China Eastern
32N
12:55 AM
CST TT2
4:40 AM
+07
4h 45m
M T W T F S S
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MU2840
MU China Eastern
32N
6:20 AM
+07 T2
11:30 AM
CST
4h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Nanjing to Ho Chi Minh City
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,642 mi 4h 45m nonstop -1h behind 24 1-stop hubs

NKG–SGN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,642 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop NKG–SGN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 32N 4h45 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
32N Airbus A320neo – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, NKG to SGN direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NKG to SGN.
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One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,568
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.

Other ways to reach Ho Chi Minh City from Nanjing

Nearby airports with service to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Metric NKG→SGN HGH→SGN
Distance from NKG 139 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 7 12
Flight time 4h 45m 4h 5m
Airports within 200 miles of NKG with service to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing, it's 5:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City.
Distance & Flight Time
1,642 mi / 2,643 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 45m.
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.

Getting to NKG

The airport express (S9 metro line) runs from Nanjing South Railway Station to Lukou Airport in about 30 minutes (¥29). Connections from Nanjing Station require a transfer at South Station; total journey around 50 minutes.Taxis from downtown cost ¥80–120 depending on traffic and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-shares (DiDi) run slightly cheaper at ¥70–100. The airport bus network covers major city districts for ¥20–25.

NKG–SGN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Nanjing to Ho Chi Minh City route.
Route details
Distance1,642 mi / 2,643 km
Flight time4h 45m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: NKG
IATA / ICAONKG / ZSNJ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr31.0M
Elevation49 ft / 15 m
Destination: SGN
IATA / ICAOSGN / VVTS
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Passengers/yr39.8M
Elevation33 ft / 10 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NKG to SGN flights.
Nonstop flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport take approximately 4h 45m. The route covers 1,642 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from NKG to SGN. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CSX, KHH, TAO, XMN, TFU, HKG, SZX, PEK, CKG, CAN, PVG, HAK, SIN, RMQ, NNG, TPE, ICN, BKK, KMG, KUL, SYD, KIX, CDG and MEL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Nanjing.
Yes, return flights from SGN to NKG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HGH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from NKG to SGN

Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

NKG to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NKG to SGN ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,642 miles (2,643 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via CSX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hangzhou (HGH).