What are the most popular cities to visit in Vietnam?

Vietnam is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (52%) visit Hanoi more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Vietnam include Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Vietnam?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg OR Tambo or Cape Town Intl, and flying into Vietnam, then you can expect flight times to average 13h 45m and 20h 05m, respectively.

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Flights to Hanoi

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Jan 26

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36h 10m

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Kenya Airways

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Jan 26

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Singapore Airlines

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Singapore Airlines

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19:55 - 15:00

JNB

SGN

14h 05m1 stop

12:15 - 18:35

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JNB

35h 20m1 stop

R12 291Singapore Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Fri, Mar 13

20:30 - 7:15

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R12 544Qatar Airways

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2

9:50 - 21:35

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30h 45m2 stops

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52h 05m2 stops

R12 915Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 31

11:00 - 15:30

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SGN

23h 30m2 stops

17:35 - 7:25

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42h 50m2 stops

R12 949Multiple Airlines

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R12 983Qatar Airways

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2

19:55 - 17:20

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R13 067Singapore Airlines

Tue, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 13

12:05 - 17:50

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HAN

24h 45m2 stops

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R13 488Kenya Airways

Fri, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 12

1:35 - 17:50

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35h 15m2 stops

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R13 944Kenya Airways

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 12

19:10 - 12:40

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36h 30m1 stop

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R17 619Emirates

Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 31

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31h 35m2 stops

17:10 - 16:35

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28h 25m1 stop

R19 373Emirates

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JohannesburgHo Chi Minh City

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Sat 31/1

19:55-15:00

1 stop14h 05m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 13/3

12:15-18:35

1 stop35h 20m

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JohannesburgHo Chi Minh City

JNB - SGN

JNBSGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

20:30-7:15

1 stop29h 45m

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 2/2

8:55-3:55

1 stop24h 00m

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JohannesburgHo Chi Minh City

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JNBSGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

9:50-21:35

2 stops30h 45m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 31/1

9:15-8:20

2 stops52h 05m

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JohannesburgHo Chi Minh City

JNB - SGN

JNBSGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

11:00-15:30

2 stops23h 30m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 11/3

17:35-7:25

2 stops42h 50m

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JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

13:45-6:55

1 stop36h 10m

Hanoi Noibai

Mon 2/2

19:10-8:40

1 stop18h 30m

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JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

19:55-17:20

1 stop16h 25m

Hanoi Noibai

Fri 13/2

9:40-18:35

1 stop37h 55m

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JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

12:05-17:50

2 stops24h 45m

Hanoi Noibai

Thu 12/2

15:50-15:50

2 stops29h 00m

R13 488

JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

1:35-17:50

2 stops35h 15m

Hanoi Noibai

Thu 12/2

15:50-0:25

2 stops37h 35m

R13 944

DurbanHanoi

DUR - HAN

DURHAN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/1

19:10-12:40

1 stop36h 30m

Hanoi Noibai

Sat 31/1

0:25-17:10

1 stop21h 45m

R17 619

DurbanHo Chi Minh City

DUR - SGN

DURSGN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 20/3

7:00-19:35

2 stops31h 35m

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu 2/4

17:10-16:35

1 stop28h 25m

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Which airlines fly to Vietnam?

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Vietnam from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Vietnam. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Vietnam on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Vietnam flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R7 486
Best Round-Trip Price	R12 291
Fastest flight time	31h 30m

The best one-way flight price to Vietnam from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 486 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Hanoi Noibai).

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The best round-trip flight price to Vietnam from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R12 291 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Ho Chi Minh City).

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The fastest flight to Vietnam from South Africa takes 31h 30m (Cape Town Intl to Ho Chi Minh City).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Vietnam

What is the best airport to land at to visit Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica?

The closest airport to Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica is Ho Chi Minh City Airport, which is located in Ho Chi Minh City. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Ho Chi Minh City Airport will be your best bet.

What is the cheapest flight to Vietnam?

The cheapest flights to Vietnam recently found by momondo users are R997 with VietJet Air, R1 599 with Thai AirAsia, and R2 522 with Vietnam Airlines.

Which airlines fly to Vietnam?

There are a total of 9 airlines that operate flight routes to Vietnam, with Qatar Airways being the most popular option. An estimated 48% of those flying into Vietnam choose to fly with Qatar Airways. If you’re unable to find tickets with Qatar Airways, then Singapore Airlines and Emirates are also popular airlines to fly with.

What is the most popular airport in Vietnam to fly to?

37% of our momondo users travelling to Vietnam in the past year chose to fly into Ho Chi Minh City in the past year, making it the most popular airport in Vietnam. The Ho Chi Minh City airport serves the city of Ho Chi Minh City.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Vietnam?

The best day of the week to fly to Vietnam is Friday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Monday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Saturday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to Vietnam.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Vietnam?

Prices for flights to Vietnam are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Vietnam?

The number of operators available for flights to Vietnam is 13 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Vietnam?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Vietnam.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Vietnam?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Vietnam can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Vietnam. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Vietnam?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Vietnam on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Vietnam that suits you.

Can I find flights to Vietnam with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to Vietnam on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Vietnam?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Vietnam by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Vietnam and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.