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C$ 509 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

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Cheap Flight Deals from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City (SFO-SGN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City.
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United Airlines Logo
1:45 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.SFO-SGN
30h 10m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.SGN-SFO
31h 15m1 stop
C$ 961United Airlines
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Sun, 31 Aug - Wed, 22 Oct
United Airlines Logo
1:45 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.SFO-SGN
30h 10m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.SGN-SFO
17h 30m1 stop
C$ 965United Airlines
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Sun, 31 Aug - Mon, 22 Sep
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:55 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.SFO-SGN
18h 40m1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
9:30 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.SGN-SFO
24h 45m1 stop
C$ 995Philippine Airlines
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Tue, 7 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:55 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.SFO-SGN
18h 40m1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
9:30 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.SGN-SFO
25h 45m1 stop
C$ 1,002Philippine Airlines
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Thu, 2 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
China Airlines Logo
1:05 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.SFO-SGN
25h 15m1 stop
China Airlines Logo
2:05 a.m. - 7:55 p.m.SGN-SFO
31h 50m1 stop
C$ 1,121China Airlines
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Mon, 15 Sep - Mon, 6 Oct
China Airlines Logo
1:05 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.SFO-SGN
25h 15m1 stop
China Airlines Logo
5:50 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.SGN-SFO
16h 00m1 stop
C$ 1,129China Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
STARLUX Airlines Logo
12:50 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.SFO-SGN
19h 25m1 stop
STARLUX Airlines Logo
6:25 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.SGN-SFO
16h 35m1 stop
C$ 1,179STARLUX Airlines
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Sun, 3 Aug - Mon, 18 Aug
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:50 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.SFO-SGN
15h 40mdirect
Vietnam Airlines Logo
6:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.SGN-SFO
13h 30mdirect
C$ 1,201Vietnam Airlines
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Thu, 11 Sep - Thu, 11 Dec
STARLUX Airlines Logo
12:50 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.SFO-SGN
26h 25m1 stop
STARLUX Airlines Logo
6:25 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.SGN-SFO
16h 35m1 stop
C$ 1,211STARLUX Airlines
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Sun, 3 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:50 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.SFO-SGN
15h 40mdirect
Vietnam Airlines Logo
6:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.SGN-SFO
13h 30mdirect
C$ 1,254Vietnam Airlines
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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City is March, where tickets cost C$ 1,106 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,049 and C$ 1,965 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 1,113 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonAugust
High seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightC$ 509
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

When to book flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

  • Where can I park at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    The Domestic Garage, International Garage A, and International Garage G are the three parking garages located next to the terminals. It costs about $36 per day to park in these garages. The remote Long Term Lot and Long Term Garage cost about $18 per day and are connected to the airport by a free shuttle bus service that operates 24/7 and runs about every 5 to 15 minutes.

  • Can I fly nonstop from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)?

    Unfortunately, no nonstop flights from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) are currently available. However, travelers have many options for flights with only one stop between these two cities. Airlines offering one-stop flights include All Nippon Airways (ANA), Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, EVA Air, and China Airlines.

  • Can I take the BART train to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    The Bay Area Rapid Transit, or BART, train station is in the International Terminal near Parking Garage G and adjacent to the AirTrain stop. It takes about 29min to get from the Powell Street Station at Union Square to the airport using the BART trains, and the fare for this ride is about $9.65.

  • Can I take public transportation into Ho Chi Minh City from the airport?

    Although no trains stop at the Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN), several buses stop in front of the International Terminal and transport passengers into the city. Some of the bus routes that connect to the city center are the Yellow Line #109, which has scheduled stops on the way to the city center; the Yellow Line #49, which can drop off passengers at hotels as upon request along the route; and the Green Line #152, which is typically a bit slower and charges extra per item of luggage. Prices for these buses range from about VND 5,000 ($0.22) for the #152 buses to about VND 40,000 ($1.75) for the #49 buses.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City was C$ 368 for a one-way ticket and C$ 694 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Asiana Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Ho Chi Minh City.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    You can catch a direct flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City on on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, STARLUX Airlines or China Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City are STARLUX Airlines and China Airlines. With an average price for the route of C$ 1,193 and an overall rating of 9.1, STARLUX Airlines is the most popular choice. China Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 1,146 and an overall rating of 8.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Ho Chi Minh City with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Ho Chi Minh City from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

  • The AirTrain, San Francisco Airport’s free, automated people-mover train, operates 24/7 and has a Red and a Blue line. The Red Line stops at the airport Hyatt, terminals, terminal parking garages, and the BART station. The Blue Line stops at these stops plus the Rental Car Center. Note that this train does not stop at the Long-Term Parking Garage.
  • With SFO's Kiss & Fly Drop-Off, your family or friends can drop you off at the Rental Car Center’s AirTrain station on North McDonnell Road and you can ride the AirTrain’s Blue Line train directly to your departure terminal.
  • San Francisco Airport (SFO) has four terminals, Terminals 1-3 and the International Terminal. The International Terminal has two boarding areas (Boarding Areas A and G) that are situated on either side of the public area of the terminal. These boarding areas are not connected post-security.
  • Instructions for self-guided tours are available at San Francisco Airports’ information kiosks. These 30 minutes to 60-minute tours highlight some interesting sites around the airport. There is a tour for each terminal and the AirTrain. All tours are pre-security, and they’re a fun way for kids and adults to pass the time while waiting for a flight.
  • Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Vietnam’s busiest airport, is commonly referred to as Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN). The airport has two main passenger terminals, Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

Wednesday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Thursday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Saturday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Sunday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

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Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco

Wednesday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Thursday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Saturday

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Sunday

Vietnam Airlines

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Top 3 airlines serving from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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STARLUX AirlinesOverall score based on 161 reviews
8.9Food
9.0Boarding
9.3Crew
9.0Comfort
9.0Entertainment
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Very pleasant overall, although the movie selection could have been better.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025TPE - SFO
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Very pleasant overall, although the movie selection could have been better.

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety.

I usually have ear problems when planes land. But the landing was so smooth I didn’t even notice it landing! The service was excellent!

the aircraft was fine and new. The crews can have better training. Their operations are not as smooth as EVA's. They are VERY stingy with drinking water. Throughout the entire flight, no one offered me any water and snacks. I still prefer EVA after trying out Starlux initially with lots of excitement and expectations.

Everything was smooth and professional. They could improve the raw vegan meal with fresher offerings, but otherwise they are now my favorite way to fly to Asia.

Leg space is small. Need more room for long flight.

Leg space is too small. Need to increase space for long flight.

Amazing!!! It really is good! The seats do go back far to relax so if you don’t like the person to go back, just adjust and go back and everyone goes back to settle and be comfy. Enjoy few free drinks and the little amenities they provide.

This Airline is really good! Better than Eva air for sure and more luxury. I really liked all the small details and amenities plus it really is free alcohol!

The crew services, the flight, the updates and our experience was awesome. Thank you.

Staff was so nice and very helpful with directions aswell!

Not great, will likely try to fly another or maybe I should have upgraded my ticket? Needed Air…

I don’t think I’ll be flying them again. Tight seats, no flowing air or air nozzles that you can turn air on you, for those who could have motion sickness this would be your worst nightmare. The pilot was great and experienced (which is what you want when flying 12 hours) overall I’m thankful knowledgeable pilots!

My ticket did not indication which group I was in for boarding; the gate attended help me

Very routh cabin crew food is only 2 meals for 13 hours fry with them They should get better training how to service good super routh language and talking with customer

I would like to commend the staff from this flight. They all looked happy and I can tell they love what they are doing and constantly smiling while serving the passengers. Special mention to the guy FA in our section. I did not get his name but he is so far the best F.A I have ever encountered!

staff are super nice and effiecient! It was a very comfortable and relaxing flight

When I booked a premium economy ticket. I then had to pay $100+ to book my seat.

Boarding could have been a little bit better but other than that it was a pretty good experience. I think because of the stowaway to Paris France recently they are being extra diligent about boarding passes at the gate. But they boarded the back of the plane first, and that's something I really think needs to start in the USA.

Didn't like on this return inbound flights (from Hong Kong to Vancouver) Outbound to the Hong Kong was good.

2 hours delay, time changes started already 2 days before the flight

Average, not more then that. Cannot compete with Singapore Airlines

I bought the front row seat and made and early online check in but they changed my seat to the back row without prior notice. The inflight meal was too poor, only a piece of small finger food. The boarding is a disaster, everyone is stuffed in a bus in chaos. Doesnt worth the money at all.

Poor. Flight was delay without prior notice. Poor boarding. Poor meal service. Plane was dirty and smelly. Does not worth the money.

Overall very nice airline. The seats were cloth unlike leather seats I am accustom to on planes. The food was adequate. I had to use a paper boarding pass as they do not like electronic boarding passes. I scanned my electronic pass, but the gate agent requested the paper pass. Luckily I had a paper pass, although my electronic pass worked and when the paper pass was scanned it stated I was already on board.

Overall very nice airline. The seats were cloth unlike leather seats I am accustom to on planes. The food was adequate.

I am a bit upset with the check in counter, I signed up a wheelchair for my mom so they wouldn’t grant us her boarding pass. We got to the airport a couple of hours earlier and they had us wait and no one ever gave us her boarding pass or the wheelchair, I had to go back and complain when it was already time for our flight to board. Since we got their earlier, I could have easily pushed my mom myself and we could have relaxed and went to the lounge while waiting… when I finally got someone to help us he couldn’t explain how and why they dismissed us in the first place.

Was on holiday with my partner and we booked with Vietnam airlines as it not meant to be a budget airline. They separated us and made us sit at either end of the plane. Not the way I planned to spend my time on my holiday separate from my loved one. How can they separate people on the same booking. They know we are together and spending quality time together.

I had sometimes my trips with Vietnam Airlines and I like it 😊

The check-in process was great, and I cannot remember the name of the supervisor, but he was good and told us about the transit process very correctly and efficiently and kindly. We were given down access and the overall process was very efficient.

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