Shanghai (Pudong) to Ho Chi Minh City (PVG–SGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVG–SGN is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and Juneyao Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,707 miles in approximately 3h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 14 | 32Q | 4h01-4h04 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 321, 332 | 4h20-4h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 7 | 320 | 4h30 | – | – | – |
| VJ VietJet Air | 7 | 321 | 4h25 | – | – | – |
| VN Vietnam Airlines | 7 | 787 | 3h54 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 6 | 320 | 4h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ho Chi Minh City from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→SGN | NGB→SGN | HGH→SGN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 93 mi | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 55 | 2 | 12 |
| Flight time | 3h 54m | 4h 15m | 4h 5m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · SGN: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), 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.
The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
PVG–SGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to SGN
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air, China Eastern Airlines, VietJet Air and Vietnam Airlines. With 55 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to SGN ranges from 3 hours 54 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,707 miles (2,746 km). There are approximately 55 weekly flights outbound and 52 return, totaling 107 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via NGB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ningbo (NGB), Hangzhou (HGH) and Nanjing (NKG).