Airport Comparison
| KHW | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Khwai River Lodge Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | KHW | SGN |
| ICAO Code | FBKR | VVTS |
| City | Khwai River Lodge | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Botswana | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 3,000 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.150000, 23.780000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Khwai River Lodge (KHW) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) in Khwai River Lodge, Botswana to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 9,666 kilometers (6,006 miles / 5,219 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.
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 Botswana with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:18 in Khwai River Lodge, it's 12:18 in Ho Chi Minh City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,967 feet between the two airports. Tan Son Nhat International Airport sits lower than Khwai River Lodge Airport.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Khwai River Lodge (KHW) follows a heading of 250° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.