The flight distance from Cardiff International Airport (CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 10,408 kilometers (6,467 miles / 5,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:57 in Cardiff, it's 15:57 in Ho Chi Minh City. 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.

The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Cardiff (CWL) follows a heading of 324° (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 Cardiff International Airport (CWL) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.