The flight distance from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Wanaka Airport (WKA) in Wanaka Airport, New Zealand is 8,796 kilometers (5,465 miles / 4,749 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

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 01:12 in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 07:12 in Wanaka 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,109 feet between the two airports. Wanaka Airport sits higher than Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

The return flight from Wanaka Airport (WKA) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) follows a heading of 297° (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 Wanaka Airport (WKA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.