Airport Comparison
| HER | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | HER | SGN |
| ICAO Code | LGIR | VVTS |
| City | Heraklion | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Greece | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 115 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.340000, 25.180000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Heraklion (HER) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) in Heraklion, Greece to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 8,546 kilometers (5,310 miles / 4,614 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 86°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Greece with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:06 in Heraklion, it's 04:06 in Ho Chi Minh City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Heraklion (HER) follows a heading of 304° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.