The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) in Zhongwei, China is 2,978 kilometers (1,851 miles / 1,608 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Vietnam with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:43 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 20:43 in Zhongwei.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,169 feet between the two airports. Zhongwei Shapotou Airport sits higher than Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zhongwei (ZHY) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 177° (south). 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 Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.