The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Tapini Airport (TPI) in Tapini, Papua New Guinea is 4,947 kilometers (3,074 miles / 2,671 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 Papua New Guinea. 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 04:14 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 07:14 in Tapini. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,067 feet between the two airports. Tapini Airport sits higher than Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

The return flight from Tapini (TPI) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 295° (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 Tapini Airport (TPI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.