Beijing to Ho Chi Minh City (PEK–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.
PEK–SGN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air China leads the route. The flight covers 2,111 miles in approximately 5h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 4 | 738 | 5h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ho Chi Minh City from Beijing
| Metric | PEK→SGN | PKX→SGN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PEK | – | 41 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 10 |
| Flight time | 5h 10m | 5h 5m |
Travel Essentials
PEK: CST · SGN: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, 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.
Airport Express train runs from Dongzhimen or Sanyuanqiao (Line 10) to the airport in 16–20 minutes (¥25). Trains run every 10 minutes from 6am to 11pm and connect directly to Terminals 2 and 3. This bypasses Beijing's severe road congestion reliably.Taxis from central Beijing (Dongcheng/Xicheng districts) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–90 minutes depending on traffic and time of day. Express buses (¥25–30) serve major city hubs. Note that PKX (Daxing) is Beijing's second international airport; confirm your terminal before traveling.
PEK–SGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PEK to SGN
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) are connected by nonstop service from Air China. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PEK to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEK to SGN is about 5 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,111 miles (3,398 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Xiamen Gaoqi, Guangzhou Baiyun and Hangzhou Xiaoshan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Beijing (PKX).