Airport Comparison
| AFA | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | SGN |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | VVTS |
| City | San Rafael | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Argentina | Vietnam |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 17,325 kilometers (10,765 miles / 9,355 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.
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 Argentina with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:27 in San Rafael, it's 19:27 in Ho Chi Minh City. With a 10-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 2,437 feet between the two airports. Tan Son Nhat International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 190° (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 Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.