Book a trip from Kuala Lumpur to Ho Chi Minh City with Cathay Pacific

Flight route information

Cathay Pacific offers flights to Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), with a layover in Hong Kong. Flights from KUL to SGN take around 8 hours 45 minutes and bring you to Terminal 2 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon your arrival in Ho Chi Minh City

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is located just 7km from the city centre, and is most conveniently reached by taxi, which takes around 20 minutes. The airport shuttle bus is another convenient option, bringing you from the airport to Cong Vieng in approximately 30 minutes.

A brief introduction to Ho Chi Minh City

A buzzing metropolis where French colonial architecture stands alongside soaring skyscrapers and glitzy shopping malls, Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) effortlessly combines the old and new to please all types of travellers – with an internationally renowned food scene to match.

Situated in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, the Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon is the city’s most famous landmark, built by the French more than a century ago. More from Vietnam’s history can be explored at the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, now functioning as a grand city hall. History lovers can also pay a visit to the War Remnants Museum, which features exhibits and installations relating to the First Indochina and Vietnam wars.

For a dose of glitz and glamour, make a visit to the luxury cafes and residences at Diamond Island, or browse trendy boutiques in malls such as Diamond Plaza. If you’re feeling hungry, make sure to sample the excellent street food from the Ben Thanh Market, where you can enjoy pho pork rolls as you browse the tucked-away local stalls.

Flying to Ho Chi Minh City with Cathay Pacific

Book your Kuala Lumpur to Ho Chi Minh City flight with Cathay Pacific and enjoy all the modern comforts and conveniences of our aircraft cabins, which have been curated with you in mind. You’ll experience our attentive service and world class hospitality from take off to landing, with our thoughtful crew available to assist you for the duration of your flight.

Why you should book directly with Cathay Pacific

Booking directly with Cathay Pacific means more flexibility and assurance when you travel. Manage your booking, enjoy round-the-clock support, and get access to exclusive offers – all with no hidden fees or service charges.

Inflight experiences

Sit back and relax with our full range of entertainment options on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Ho Chi Minh City, where you can catch up on the latest television box set, Hollywood blockbuster releases or critically-acclaimed podcasts courtesy of our inflight content suite.

During your flight, you can also take advantage of our extensive dining menu, which blends international flavours with contemporary touches and is accompanied by an award-winning wine list.