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Find cheap one-way flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City starting at US$80.

Whether you’re going for a one-way or round-trip to Ho Chi Minh City, we’ve got you covered! Check out these different flight options from Shanghai below.

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Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Flight time & Schedules

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. VJ3901

    02:00

    PVG

    4.8h

    Nonstop

    05:45

    SGN

    SMTWTFS
  2. 3U8962

    11:55

    PVG

    3.7h

    15:35

    CTU

    SMTWTFS
  3. 3U3903

    20:35

    TFU

    3.7h

    23:15

    SGN

    SMTWTFS
  4. 3U8964

    13:10

    PVG

    3.5h

    16:40

    CTU

    SMTWTFS
  5. 3U3903

    20:35

    TFU

    3.7h

    23:15

    SGN

    SMTWTFS
  6. MF8568

    14:10

    SHA

    1.8h

    16:00

    XMN

    SMTWTFS
  7. MF841

    19:50

    XMN

    3.2h

    22:00

    SGN

    SMTWTFS
  8. 9C7557

    14:15

    PVG

    4.7h

    Nonstop

    17:55

    SGN

    S-TW-F-
  9. ZH9514

    14:40

    PVG

    2.8h

    17:30

    SZX

    SMTWTFS
  10. ZH117

    23:40

    SZX

    2.7h

    01:20

    SGN

    SMTWTFS
  11. MF8522

    16:10

    SHA

    1.8h

    17:55

    XMN

    SMTWTFS
  12. MF841

    19:50

    XMN

    3.2h

    22:00

    SGN

    SMTWTFS
  13. ZH9516

    16:20

    PVG

    2.7h

    19:00

    SZX

    SMTWTFS
  14. ZH117

    23:40

    SZX

    2.7h

    01:20

    SGN

    SMTWTFS
  15. CA3334

    18:25

    PVG

    2.8h

    21:10

    SZX

    SMTWTFS
  16. ZH117

    23:40

    SZX

    2.7h

    01:20

    SGN

    SMTWTFS
  17. HO1327

    22:30

    PVG

    4.7h

    Nonstop

    02:10

    SGN

    SMTWTFS

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Cheapest airlines flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $362.
  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 4 hours 31 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Ho Chi Minh City?

    • The distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to downtown is about 5 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)?

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Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price$80
Cheapest round-trip ticket price$147
Off-season for travelFebruary
Peak season for travelMay
Flight distance2,717.23 km
Average flight time4 hours 31 minutes
Popular airlineSichuan Airlines

Flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Ho Chi Min City (SGN)

Ho Chi Min City is the most populous city in Vietnam. The city was formerly called Saigon; many locals still prefer to call it by its former name. The city is the financial centre of Vietnam and is classified as a Beta city. It played an important role in the Vietnam War, the war ended when the city was captured by North Vietnam. The current name was adopted after the war in 1976 to honour the first leader of North Vietnam Ho Chi Min. The Saigon River passes through the city. The city’s landmark is filled with French architecture because of the French Colonial era during the 18th and 19th century. The city is a major tourist destination and receives millions of visitors every year.

Tip: The most economical way to move around Ho Chi Min City is by bus.

Getting There

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is the busiest airport in Vietnam that serves Ho Chi Min City and the rest of southern Vietnam. It is one of the busiest airports in Southeast Asia.  Many airlines offer direct flights to Ho Chi Min City from Shanghai. You can check out one of the 22 flights operating weekly to book Shanghai to Ho Chi Min City flights. The average flying time for flights from Shanghai to Ho Chi Min City will be around 4 hours only. Among the 5 airlines offering direct flights China Southern Airline & Air Asia X Airways are very popular.

Tip: Since Ho Chi Min City is a busy tourist destination book your flight well in advance as the rates go up the closer you get to your travel date

What to See 

Ho Chi Min is considered as the most dynamic city in Vietnam. You can witness this through the cutting-edge building that exists along with old architecture and exciting nightlife that it offers. Visit the oldest temple in Ho Chi Min City Giac Lam Pagoda that was built in 1744. Learn about the atrocities of the Vietnam War in War Remnants Museum. You will surely have a very moving experience here. Take Bonsai River Cruise and soak in the beautiful view of the city from the river. The boat is a historic 19th-century boat and even serves buffet dinner with live music. Make sure that you take a tour of Reunification Palace it is at the exact spot where North Vietnam won the war again the South in 1975.   Learn about the history and culture of the country in the History Museum which dates back to 1929 and is surrounded by a beautiful botanical garden. Visit to admire the beautiful architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral that was built from 1877 to 1883 with materials shipped from France. Some of the other places to visit are Cao Dai Temples, Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda and Ho Chi Min City Museum.

Tip: The weather in Ho Chi Min City is either dry and hot or rainy. Make sure that you check the weather as per your travel date and pack accordingly.

Eat & Stay

Ho Chi Min City is known for the best Vietnamese food, you will get the best of both North and South Vietnam here. Cholon has the trendiest restaurants and café if budget is not a constraint. If you are looking cheap restaurants or street food go to Ban Thanh Market area. Pham Ngu Lao Street is the area to enjoy the nightlife as it is a hub for bars and pubs.

If you are looking for budget hotels then the best areas to search for accommodation are Dhong Khoi Street and Pham Ngu Lao. For high-end and luxury hotels go for hotels and resorts in Thao Dien area.

You will get all kind of things in Ho Chi Min City from local products to an international brand. Visit Ban Thanh Market which is the most popular market in the city for local goods. District 1 has some excellent stores and malls if you are looking to buy international products.

Tip: Vietnam is known for coffee and you can try some at Ho Chi Minh.

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