The flight distance from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) in Ponta Delgada, Portugal to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 12,687 kilometers (7,884 miles / 6,851 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 Portugal 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 10:59 in Ponta Delgada, it's 18:59 in Ho Chi Minh City. With a 8-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 Ponta Delgada (PDL) follows a heading of 320° (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 Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.