The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Vila Real Airport (VRL) in Vila Real Airport, Portugal is 11,166 kilometers (6,938 miles / 6,029 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 Portugal. 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 18:59 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 11:59 in Vila Real Airport. With a 7-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 1,772 feet between the two airports. Vila Real Airport sits higher than Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

The return flight from Vila Real Airport (VRL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and Vila Real Airport (VRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.