Airport Comparison
| SGN | TIA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tan Son Nhat International Airport | Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa |
| IATA Code | SGN | TIA |
| ICAO Code | VVTS | LATI |
| City | Ho Chi Minh City | Tirana |
| Country | Vietnam | Albania |
| Timezone | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh | Europe/Tirane |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 126 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.820000, 106.650000 | 41.410000, 19.720000 |
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Tirana (TIA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA) in Tirana, Albania is 8,960 kilometers (5,568 miles / 4,838 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 Albania. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:26 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 10:26 in Tirana. With a 6-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 Tirana (TIA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 84° (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 Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.