Airport Comparison
| SGN | SOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tan Son Nhat International Airport | Show Low Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | SGN | SOW |
| ICAO Code | VVTS | KSOW |
| City | Ho Chi Minh City | Show Low |
| Country | Vietnam | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 33 ft | 6,416 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.820000, 106.650000 | 34.270000, -110.010000 |
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Show Low (SOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) in Show Low, United States is 13,683 kilometers (8,502 miles / 7,388 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
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 Vietnam with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:23 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 09:23 in Show Low. With a 14-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 6,383 feet between the two airports. Show Low Regional Airport sits higher than Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Show Low (SOW) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 316° (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 Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.