The flight distance from Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) in Fort Riley (Junction City), United States to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 13,957 kilometers (8,672 miles / 7,536 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:59 in Fort Riley (Junction City), it's 19:59 in Ho Chi Minh City. With a 13-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 1,033 feet between the two airports. Tan Son Nhat International Airport sits lower than Marshall Army Air Field.

The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) follows a heading of 22° (north 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 Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.