Airport Comparison
| MBJ | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sangster International Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | MBJ | SGN |
| ICAO Code | MKJS | VVTS |
| City | Montego Bay | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Jamaica | Vietnam |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 4 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.500000, -77.910000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Montego Bay (MBJ) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 16,717 kilometers (10,387 miles / 9,026 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
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 Jamaica 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 01:30 in Montego Bay, it's 13:30 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 Montego Bay (MBJ) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sangster International Airport (MBJ) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.