The flight distance from Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 18,857 kilometers (11,717 miles / 10,182 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 Ecuador with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:49 in Shell Mera, it's 10:49 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,432 feet between the two airports. Tan Son Nhat International Airport sits lower than Rio Amazonas Airport.

The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Shell Mera (PTZ) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.