There is no non-stop flight from Vienna to Ho Chi Minh City, so every itinerary connects once — but the route is well served and genuinely competitive, which keeps fares to Vietnam among the best value in Southeast Asia. The Gulf carriers and Turkish Airlines fight hard for these passengers, and Vienna is an easy feeder into all of them. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return fare looks like in euros, and when to book.
Route: Vienna (VIE) → Ho Chi Minh City – Tan Son Nhat (SGN)
Distance: approximately 9,000 km (5,600 miles)
Non-stop flight time: none — there is no direct flight; one-stop journeys run about 14–18 hours in total
Direct flights: No — all routings connect once. The main one-stop carriers are Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul), Emirates (via Dubai) and Qatar Airways (via Doha).
Fares from Vienna to Ho Chi Minh City (EUR)
Vietnam’s dry season (November–April) and the European summer holidays drive the busiest, priciest weeks; the European shoulder months are usually the cheapest. Because several strong carriers compete through their hubs, this route often produces excellent one-stop deals. The table below shows when the route is busiest. We no longer print per-month fare estimates here, because they were never measured.
| Month | Demand |
|---|---|
| January | high (dry season) |
| February | high (Tet) |
| March | medium |
| April | medium |
| May | low-medium |
| June | medium |
| July | high (summer) |
| August | high (summer) |
| September | low |
| October | low-medium |
| November | medium-high |
| December | very high |
Reference points from our own deal tracking: a genuinely good return lands around €425, a strong low dips near €300, and a typical fair fare sits around €550–€580. Anything under about €430 return to Ho Chi Minh City from Vienna is worth booking quickly.
Airlines on this route
Because there is no non-stop, every option is a one-stop connection — the choice is about which hub, price and layover suit you.
One-stop (all routings connect once):
- Turkish Airlines via Istanbul — the most frequent connections on this route and often the best-value fares out of Vienna.
- Emirates via Dubai — comfortable widebodies, a generous baggage allowance and reliable connections.
- Qatar Airways via Doha — consistently well-rated economy and competitive premium-economy pricing.
- Singapore Airlines via Singapore — a smooth, high-quality alternative, usually a touch pricier but excellent.
- Vietnam Airlines via a European gateway — the national carrier, a good option if you want to stay on one airline into SGN.
Fares between these carriers are usually within €50–€120 of each other, so weigh total journey time and layover length against the headline price.
When to book & how to save
- Book 2–4 months ahead for the best mix of price and choice; the cheapest one-stop fares to Vietnam sell early and rarely improve last-minute.
- Avoid the peaks: the Christmas/New Year fortnight, Vietnamese Tet (late January or February) and the July–August summer are the busiest and dearest.
- Travel in the shoulder months — May, September and October combine decent weather with the softest fares.
- Compare hubs: Istanbul, Dubai and Doha trade the lowest price week to week, so check all three before booking.
- Check the baggage: full-service carriers usually include 25–30 kg to Vietnam, but the cheapest “light” fares may not — compare the all-in price.
Arriving in Ho Chi Minh City
All international flights land at Tan Son Nhat International (SGN), only about 7 km northwest of the city centre — one of the closest major-city airports in Asia. A metered taxi or a ride-hailing app to District 1 takes 20–40 minutes depending on traffic and costs roughly €7–€12. Use the official taxi ranks or an app rather than the touts at arrivals. Vietnam offers e-visa and visa-on-arrival options for many nationalities, so check the current entry rules before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Vienna to Ho Chi Minh City?
There is no non-stop flight, so plan on a one-stop journey of about 14 to 18 hours in total, including the connection. The quickest routings are via Istanbul, Dubai or Doha with a short layover; a longer wait at the hub can push the total higher, so check the connection time before you book.
Are there direct flights from Vienna to Ho Chi Minh City?
No. No airline flies non-stop between Vienna and Ho Chi Minh City — every ticket connects once. The most common routings are through Istanbul (Turkish Airlines), Dubai (Emirates) and Doha (Qatar Airways), which are often competitive on price.
How much does it cost to fly from Vienna to Ho Chi Minh City?
A typical economy return runs about €420 to €750 depending on the season. A genuinely good fare lands near €425, and we have tracked strong lows around €300. The December, Tet and summer peaks sit at the top of that range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Ho Chi Minh City?
May, September and October are usually the cheapest months to fly. Avoid the Christmas/New Year peak, Vietnamese Tet (late January or February) and the July–August summer holidays, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from Vienna to Ho Chi Minh City?
The main one-stop carriers are Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul, the most frequent), Emirates (via Dubai) and Qatar Airways (via Doha). Singapore Airlines via Singapore and Vietnam Airlines via a European gateway are strong alternatives.
Which airport do I fly into in Ho Chi Minh City?
All flights arrive at Tan Son Nhat International (SGN), the city’s only commercial airport, about 7 km from the centre. A new airport, Long Thanh, is under construction further out but is not yet the main international gateway, so your ticket will use SGN.
How far in advance should I book Vienna to Ho Chi Minh City flights?
Aim to book 2 to 4 months ahead. Fares to Vietnam tend to rise as departure approaches, especially around the November–April dry season, Tet and the Christmas peak, so early booking almost always wins.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are usually a little cheaper than a Friday–Sunday trip, and flying out and back on weekdays save a little on a return. Being flexible by a day or two is one of the easiest ways to cut the fare.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — check the live fare before booking.
