Airport Comparison
| LPQ | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Luang Phabang International Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | LPQ | SGN |
| ICAO Code | VLLB | VVTS |
| City | Luang Phabang | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Laos | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Asia/Vientiane | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 955 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.900000, 102.160000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Luang Phabang (LPQ) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) in Luang Phabang, Laos to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 1,118 kilometers (695 miles / 604 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Laos with Vietnam. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:57 in Luang Phabang, it's 16:57 in Ho Chi Minh City.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Luang Phabang (LPQ) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.