Airport Comparison
| MOC | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mario Ribeiro Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | MOC | SGN |
| ICAO Code | SBMK | VVTS |
| City | Montes Claros | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Brazil | Vietnam |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 2,191 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.710000, -43.820000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Montes Claros (MOC) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mario Ribeiro Airport (MOC) in Montes Claros, Brazil to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 16,763 kilometers (10,416 miles / 9,051 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east at a heading of 98°.
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 Brazil 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 14:09 in Montes Claros, it's 00:09 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 2,158 feet between the two airports. Tan Son Nhat International Airport sits lower than Mario Ribeiro Airport.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Montes Claros (MOC) follows a heading of 255° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mario Ribeiro Airport (MOC) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.