Airport Comparison
| SGN | SSH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tan Son Nhat International Airport | Sharm El Sheikh International Airport |
| IATA Code | SGN | SSH |
| ICAO Code | VVTS | HESH |
| City | Ho Chi Minh City | Sharm el-Sheikh |
| Country | Vietnam | Egypt |
| Timezone | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh | Africa/Cairo |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 143 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.820000, 106.650000 | 27.980000, 34.400000 |
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt is 7,712 kilometers (4,792 miles / 4,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 Vietnam with Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:23 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 20:23 in Sharm el-Sheikh. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 88° (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 Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.