R5 638+ Cheap flights to Vietnam

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Vietnam in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Vietnam
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Vietnam. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 May 2026.

Tue 19/512:40
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HAN
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/52:00
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JNB
1 stop31h 00m
Qatar Airways
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Sat 19/914:45
JNB
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HAN
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/919:30
HAN
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JNB
1 stop37h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R11 310
Thu 23/712:40
JNB
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HAN
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/78:45
HAN
-
JNB
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R11 344
Tue 24/1113:45
JNB
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HAN
1 stop36h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/128:55
HAN
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JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R11 410
Sat 13/612:40
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HAN
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 20/619:30
HAN
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JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
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Sat 10/1014:45
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1 stop35h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 17/1019:30
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1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R11 710

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Find the latest flights to Vietnam in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 18 May 2026.

Return from

R12 228

One-way from

R5 638

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 528
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/6-11/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Ho Chi Minh City
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Vietnam
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R479 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R194 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in May 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

14:45-7:15

1 stop35h 30m

Hanoi Noibai

Sat 17/10

19:30-15:20

1 stop24h 50m

R11 710

JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

12:40-13:55

1 stop20h 15m

Hanoi Noibai

Sun 14/6

16:55-4:00

1 stop16h 05m

R12 495
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgHo Chi Minh City

JNB - SGN

JNBSGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

14:45-13:50

1 stop18h 05m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 17/10

20:00-9:00

1 stop18h 00m

R12 678

JohannesburgHo Chi Minh City

JNB - SGN

JNBSGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:40-18:50

2 stops25h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 30/9

20:00-15:20

1 stop24h 20m

R13 812

JohannesburgHo Chi Minh City

JNB - SGN

JNBSGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

12:40-13:50

1 stop20h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 18/9

20:00-15:20

1 stop24h 20m

R14 096

JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:40-13:55

1 stop20h 15m

Hanoi Noibai

Mon 22/6

13:05-4:00

2 stops43h 55m

R14 596

JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

12:40-13:55

1 stop20h 15m

Hanoi Noibai

Sat 18/7

19:30-4:00

1 stop37h 30m

R15 814

JohannesburgHo Chi Minh City

JNB - SGN

JNBSGN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:40-13:50

1 stop20h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Tue 16/6

20:00-18:10

3 stops27h 10m

R16 098

JohannesburgHaiphong

JNB - HPH

JNBHPH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:40-19:40

2 stops26h 00m

Haiphong Catbi

Wed 24/6

12:30-4:00

2 stops44h 30m

R17 015

JohannesburgHanoi

JNB - HAN

JNBHAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

14:40-7:15

3 stops35h 35m

Hanoi Noibai

Sun 30/8

10:55-4:00

2 stops46h 05m

R17 466

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Best time to book a flight to Vietnam

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Vietnam

When is the best time to book a flight to Vietnam?

The price you pay for your flight to Vietnam may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Vietnam?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Vietnam takes 20 hours 58 minutes. Flights to Vietnam from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Vietnam?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Vietnam are Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Vietnam by month

Plan your trip to Vietnam by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Vietnam ranges from 0.0 - 340.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 340.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Vietnam when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Vietnam by month

Plan your trip to Vietnam by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Vietnam, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Vietnam?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Vietnam in the last few years. This data was updated on 18 May 2026.
The most popular places in Vietnam to fly to are Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang and Phu Quoc.

Reviews of airlines servicing Vietnam

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vietnam. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Vietnam. Reviews last updated 18 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific to Vietnam have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

FAQs about flying to Vietnam

What is good to know if travelling to Vietnam?

  • The Old Town of Hoi An is a UNESCO-listed town, which is not only a stunning little town to see but also the perfect place to get yourself a tailor-made outfit put together.
  • If you’re trying to escape the hustle and bustle of Hanoi, Sa Pa is a great day trip destination, located 400 kilometers north of the city. Sa Pa’s locals are friendly and offer you a glimpse into authentic Vietnamese culture, but you can also pay a visit to the Bac Ha market on Sundays, which will submerge you into the culture of the Flowery H’mong ethnic minority people.
  • If you’re keen on doing some swimming and snorkeling, the Con Dao Islands come highly recommended. In fact, they are prone to become Vietnam’s biggest diving center!
  • Hanoi is the perfect place to admire the French colonial and Eastern history of Vietnam. You can spend an afternoon exploring the streets of Hanoi as you wander through the Old Quarter. However, there are great opportunities to head out to see the abundance of temples and galleries that can be found within the city.
  • In order to get a broad-spectrum view of the Vietnamese provinces, you can opt to take a tour of the Mekong Delta, a 60, 000km long web of interconnecting waterways, spanning across Vietnam’s three provinces. This is one of the best ways to experience Delta life, and you’ll be fascinated by the little craft villages, mangroves, orchards, floating markets, and the Khmer Pagodas along the route.
  • If you’re looking to experience a more relaxed vibe, then stop and chill out in Hue, a village often passed by along the Vietnam tourist trail. The area is beautiful and includes must-see sites with the likes of the Perfume River and the Imperial Citadel, not even mentioning the captivating experience to be had at the Tombs of the Emperors!
  • Can I find cheaper flights to Vietnam if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Vietnam on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Vietnam?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Vietnam.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Vietnam?

    Da Nang is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Vietnam. One-way flights to Da Nang typically cost R448, while return flights cost around R803.

  • How much is a return flight to Vietnam?

    A return flight to Vietnam will typically cost around R6 181, however they can be found for as little as R2 918.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Vietnam depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Vietnam, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Ho Chi Minh City have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Ho Chi Minh City can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Yes. Ho Chi Minh City has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bluesky Serviced Apartment Airport Plaza is the closest property to Ho Chi Minh City (0,0 km away from Ho Chi Minh City).

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