Airport Comparison
| BLB | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLB | SGN |
| ICAO Code | MPPA | VVTS |
| City | Panama City | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Panama | Vietnam |
| Timezone | America/Panama | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 52 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.910000, -79.600000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Panama City (BLB) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) in Panama City, Panama to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 17,715 kilometers (11,007 miles / 9,565 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Panama with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:14 in Panama City, it's 18:14 in Ho Chi Minh City. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Panama City (BLB) follows a heading of 18° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.