Airport Comparison
| NLU | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santa Lucia Air Force Base | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | NLU | SGN |
| ICAO Code | MMSM | VVTS |
| City | Reyes Acozac | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Mexico | Vietnam |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.760000, -99.020000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Reyes Acozac (NLU) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) in Reyes Acozac, Mexico to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 15,604 kilometers (9,696 miles / 8,425 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 Mexico 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 07:31 in Reyes Acozac, it's 20:31 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.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Reyes Acozac (NLU) follows a heading of 40° (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 Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.