Airport Comparison
| POM | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | POM | SGN |
| ICAO Code | AYPY | VVTS |
| City | Port Moresby | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 146 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -9.440000, 147.220000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Port Moresby (POM) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 5,021 kilometers (3,120 miles / 2,711 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.
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 Papua New Guinea 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 17:16 in Port Moresby, it's 14:16 in Ho Chi Minh City. The 3-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 Port Moresby (POM) follows a heading of 115° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.