Airport Comparison
| LYR | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Svalbard Airport Longyear | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | LYR | SGN |
| ICAO Code | ENSB | VVTS |
| City | Longyearbyen | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Norway | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Arctic/Longyearbyen | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 88 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 78.250000, 15.470000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Longyearbyen (LYR) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) in Longyearbyen, Norway to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 8,857 kilometers (5,503 miles / 4,782 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 87°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Norway 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 13:16 in Longyearbyen, it's 19:16 in Ho Chi Minh City. With a 6-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 Longyearbyen (LYR) follows a heading of 348° (north 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 Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.