The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (ULD) in Ulundi, South Africa is 9,168 kilometers (5,697 miles / 4,950 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:03 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 20:03 in Ulundi. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,687 feet between the two airports. Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport sits higher than Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

The return flight from Ulundi (ULD) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 73° (east 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 Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (ULD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.