The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Taupo Airport (TUO) in Taupo, New Zealand is 9,037 kilometers (5,616 miles / 4,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:49 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 16:49 in Taupo. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,302 feet between the two airports. Taupo Airport sits higher than Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

The return flight from Taupo (TUO) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 292° (west northwest). 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 Taupo Airport (TUO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.