The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Timaru Airport (TIU) in Timaru Airport, New Zealand is 8,915 kilometers (5,540 miles / 4,814 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Vietnam with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:50 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 06:50 in Timaru Airport. With a 6-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 Timaru Airport (TIU) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Timaru Airport (TIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.