The flight distance from Nikolai Airport (NIB) in Nikolai, United States to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 9,384 kilometers (5,831 miles / 5,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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 07:18 in Nikolai, it's 23:18 in Ho Chi Minh City. With a 16-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 Nikolai (NIB) follows a heading of 27° (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 Nikolai Airport (NIB) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.