Shanghai (Pudong) to Ho Chi Minh City (PVG–SGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PVG–SGN is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Vietnam Airlines, China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,707 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VN Vietnam Airlines | 21 | 321, 359 | 3h44-4h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 14 | 321 | 4h15-4h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 321 | 4h15-4h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 7 | 320 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
| VJ Icar Air | 7 | 321 | 3h47 | – | – | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
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 | 63 | – | 10 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 4h 15m | 3h 56m |
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 Vietnam Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air, Icar Air and Spring Airlines. With 63 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to SGN is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,707 miles (2,746 km). There are approximately 63 weekly flights outbound and 84 return, totaling 147 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Haikou Meilan, Shenzhen Bao'an and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ningbo (NGB), Hangzhou (HGH) and Nanjing (NKG).