Booking a flight to Vietnam from Japan is a straightforward process, particularly given the relatively shorter distance and the strong travel connections between the two countries. Japan, being a major aviation hub in Asia, offers a variety of flight options to Vietnam, catering to different preferences and needs. Let’s guide you through selecting an airline and what to anticipate from your trip.
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Choosing Your Airline
The first step is selecting the airline for your journey to Vietnam.
Flights from Japan to Vietnam are operated by several major carriers, providing diverse routes and experiences. Here is an overview focusing on Japan-based airlines that fly to Vietnam, rated for their service and pricing:
All Nippon Airways (ANA)
Japan Airlines (JAL)
It’s also worth considering other international airlines that offer services from Japan to Vietnam, as they may provide competitive prices and convenient flight schedules. Our top picks for foreign airlines that fly from Japan to Vietnam include:
Vietnam Airlines
Korean Air
Cathay Pacific
Flight Aggregators
Flight aggregators, search engines that scan lots of airlines for the cheapest tickets on any given date, can be a great way to find deals on flights Popular aggregators for flights from Japan include:
Japan to Vietnam Flight Time and Distance
Direct flights from Japan to Vietnam can vary in duration depending on your departure and destination cities, typically ranging from 5 to 7 hours. The table below shows flight times and distances from several major Japanese cities to the closest international airport in Vietnam. “N/A” indicates that flights from that city with the amount of layovers shown in the column are not available.
| Japanese City | Direct Flight Time to Ho Chi Minh City | Flight Time with 1 Layover to Ho Chi Minh City | Distance to Ho Chi Minh City (Approx. km) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 6h30m | N/A | 4,300 |
| Sapporo | N/A | 8h – 10h+ | 5,000 |
| Fukuoka | 5h30m | N/A | 3,800 |
| Naha | N/A | 7h – 9h+ | 3,200 |
Layovers
Many flights from Japanese cities have a layover in one of Tokyo’s airports. Luckily, both Haneda and Narita airports in Tokyo are packed with amenities and activities that will keep flyers busy during their layover, including observation decks, traditional Japanese-style gardens, fine dining, free wifi, and free showers.
Additional Resources
Vietnam is awesome has plenty of other pre-flight content that will appeal specifically to Japanese citizens, such as:
- The Complete Vietnam Visa Guide
- Our Vietnam Destination Guides
Related FAQs
Direct flights from Tokyo to major Vietnamese cities range approximately from 5 to 7 hours, depending on the destination.
Ticket prices vary by season and booking advance. Promotional fares on budget airlines can start at around JPY 15,000 for a round trip, whereas full-service carriers like ANA or JAL may cost significantly more.
Direct flights from Japan to Vietnam typically land in major airports like Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City), and Da Nang International Airport (Da Nang).
Tan Son Nhat International airport in Ho Chi Minh City is bigger than Hanoi’s international airport, so flying into Ho Chi Minh is generally cheaper.
