Airport Comparison
| KWA | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | KWA | SGN |
| ICAO Code | PKWA | VVTS |
| City | Kwajalein | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Marshall Islands | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Pacific/Kwajalein | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.720000, 167.730000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Kwajalein (KWA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) in Kwajalein, Marshall Islands to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 6,687 kilometers (4,155 miles / 3,611 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 278°.
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 Marshall Islands with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:11 in Kwajalein, it's 16:11 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 Kwajalein (KWA) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.