For a smooth departure, use the AirTrain Red Line to navigate between terminals quickly at SFO.
$370+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SGN
Jan 11 — Jan 181
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh CityExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/302:25 pmSFO - SGN
2 stops38h 30mAir India
Fri 1/238:55 pmSGN - SFO
1 stop30h 30mAir India
Deal found 12/11![Air India logo]()
$812
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:00 pmSFO - SGN
2 stops37h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 1/232:10 amSGN - SFO
1 stop21h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/10![China Eastern logo]()
$830
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/282:25 pmSFO - SGN
2 stops38h 30mAir India
Thu 3/128:55 pmSGN - SFO
1 stop30h 30mAir India
Deal found 12/10![Air India logo]()
$833
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:25 pmSFO - SGN
2 stops38h 30mAir India
Wed 1/218:55 pmSGN - SFO
1 stop30h 30mAir India
Deal found 12/10![Air India logo]()
$854
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/302:25 pmSFO - SGN
2 stops38h 30mAir India
Thu 1/228:55 pmSGN - SFO
1 stop30h 30mAir India
Deal found 12/10![Air India logo]()
$861
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:42 pmSFO - SGN
2 stops25h 23mEVA Air
Wed 1/283:45 pmSGN - SFO
1 stop38h 05mEVA Air
Deal found 12/11![EVA Air logo]()
$862
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/282:25 pmSFO - SGN
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/1211:55 amSGN - SFO
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$872
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:00 pmSFO - SGN
2 stops37h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 1/212:10 amSGN - SFO
1 stop21h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/10![China Eastern logo]()
$880
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:40 pmSFO - SGN
1 stop19h 20mChina Airlines
Wed 1/2111:00 amSGN - SFO
1 stop22h 45mChina Airlines
Deal found 12/10![China Airlines logo]()
$899
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:40 amSFO - SGN
1 stop34h 10mKorean Air
Thu 1/228:00 amSGN - SFO
1 stop16h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 12/10![Korean Air logo]()
$904
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $695 (Korean Air) |
One-way from | $370 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $1,265 |
Good round-trip deal | $912 or less |
Good one-way deal | $491 or less |
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San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Mon 3/9
10:48 pm-10:55 pm
2 stops34h 07m
Ho Chi Minh City
Fri 4/3
11:15 pm-4:35 pm
1 stop31h 20m
$701
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Tue 1/20
11:40 am-10:55 pm
1 stop20h 15m
Ho Chi Minh City
Tue 2/24
11:05 pm-9:10 am
1 stop25h 05m
$705
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Wed 1/7
11:40 am-10:25 pm
1 stop19h 45m
Ho Chi Minh City
Sun 1/25
2:05 pm-10:04 am
2 stops58h 59m
$711
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Wed 1/7
11:40 am-10:25 pm
1 stop19h 45m
Ho Chi Minh City
Thu 1/22
2:05 pm-8:59 am
2 stops57h 54m
$711
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Fri 1/30
11:40 am-10:25 pm
1 stop19h 45m
Ho Chi Minh City
Tue 3/31
1:55 pm-9:46 am
2 stops57h 51m
$712
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Wed 2/18
4:15 pm-10:55 pm
2 stops39h 40m
Ho Chi Minh City
Thu 4/30
7:00 am-6:56 pm
2 stops25h 56m
$715
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Tue 1/20
2:25 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops38h 30m
Ho Chi Minh City
Thu 2/5
8:55 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop30h 30m
$722
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Fri 1/16
10:59 pm-10:55 pm
2 stops32h 56m
Ho Chi Minh City
Sat 1/24
6:00 am-12:00 pm
2 stops21h 00m
$722
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Wed 1/28
2:35 pm-11:20 pm
2 stops41h 45m
Ho Chi Minh City
Wed 4/1
1:55 pm-9:46 am
2 stops57h 51m
$723
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City
SFO - SGN
SFOSGN
San Francisco
Thu 1/29
11:40 am-10:55 pm
1 stop20h 15m
Ho Chi Minh City
Thu 4/2
7:00 am-9:20 am
1 stop16h 20m
$724
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Ho Chi Minh City flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Ho Chi Minh City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Ho Chi Minh City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Ho Chi Minh City flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Ho Chi Minh City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City (average of $609). Flying from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $974). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to SGN?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 164 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flights?
Over the last year, Vietnam Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Taipei City (TPE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Incheon (ICN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $730.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Manila (MNL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 34m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Taipei City (TPE) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 31m.
The best insider tips for San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flights
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Reviews of airlines servicing Ho Chi Minh City
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ho Chi Minh City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, such as STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air, and China Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.9
Crew
9.2
Overall
8.9
Entertainment
8.9
Food
8.7
Boarding
8.9
Reviews
1 / 9
10.0
ExcellentChad,Nov 2025
TPE - SEA
Comfort
8.9
Crew
9.2
Overall
8.9
Entertainment
8.9
Food
8.7
Boarding
8.9
Reviews
1 / 9
10.0
ExcellentChad,Nov 2025
TPE - SEA
Comfort
8.9
Crew
9.2
Overall
8.9
Entertainment
8.9
Food
8.7
Boarding
8.9
Reviews
1 / 9
10.0
ExcellentChad,Nov 2025
TPE - SEA
Comfort
8.9
Crew
9.2
Overall
8.9
Entertainment
8.9
Food
8.7
Boarding
8.9
Reviews
1 / 9
10.0
ExcellentChad,Nov 2025
TPE - SEA
Comfort
8.9
Crew
9.2
Overall
8.9
Entertainment
8.9
Food
8.7
Boarding
8.9
Reviews
1 / 9
10.0
ExcellentChad,Nov 2025
TPE - SEA
Comfort
8.9
Crew
9.2
Overall
8.9
Entertainment
8.9
Food
8.7
Boarding
8.9
Reviews
1 / 9
10.0
ExcellentChad,Nov 2025
TPE - SEA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$487 | Average$575 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$581 | Average$715 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$609 | Average$689 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$611 | Average$735 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$645 | Average$742 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$647 | Average$699 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$651 | Average$791 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$664 | Average$747 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$671 | Average$882 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$677 | Average$770 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |