Cheap Flights from New York to Ho Chi Minh City — $489

Flights from New York to Ho Chi Minh City are operated by several airlines — Korean Air, Etihad Airways, and Spirit Airlines. This allows passengers to flexibly choose flights based on departure time, cost, and additional services. The minimum ticket price starts at $489, making this destination accessible to travelers with different budgets. We help compare all available options in real time, so you can book tickets at the best value for money. The service ensures transparent search and lets you book affordable flights in just a few clicks.

Newark Liberty International (EWR) is a major international hub serving the New York metro, often preferred by transatlantic and domestic carriers including United and several international partners. Located about 16 km (10 miles) from Manhattan, travel to the city center can be by NJ Transit or Amtrak trains (around 20–30 minutes to Penn Station), AirTrain plus PATH, taxis or ride-shares (30–50 minutes depending on traffic); fares vary from low-cost train tickets to standard taxi/ride-share rates. Newark can be efficient for international connections and typically has extensive lounge and ground services, though peak-hour traffic and longer security lines can make it feel congested at times. John F. Kennedy International (JFK) functions as New York’s principal international gateway, hosting major network carriers and numerous global airlines on long-haul routes. It sits roughly 25 km (15 miles) southeast of Midtown Manhattan; options to reach the city include the AirTrain combined with subway or LIRR (30–45 minutes to central Manhattan), express buses, and taxis or rideshares (35–70 minutes by road), with fares spanning budget rail fares to metered taxi/ride-share prices. JFK often offers wide flight choice and international amenities, though construction, terminal transfers, and rush-hour road congestion can add time and complexity. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is primarily a domestic and short-haul regional airport favored by domestic carriers and many low-cost or legacy U.S. operators for quick Northeast Corridor connections. It’s the closest airport to Manhattan at about 13 km (8 miles), so ground transfers are typically shorter: buses plus subway or direct shuttle/taxi rides can take 20–40 minutes under normal conditions; fares range from low-cost public transit to standard taxi/ride-share fees. LaGuardia can be convenient for short-haul business and leisure trips due to proximity, but it can feel crowded and has fewer international services and limited long-haul facilities compared with JFK and Newark.

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is Ho Chi Minh City’s primary international gateway and the region’s busiest airport, serving a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost airlines on short- and medium-haul routes. It sits about 6–8 km north of District 1, with travel to the city center typically taking 20–40 minutes by taxi or ride-hailing depending on traffic; public buses and airport shuttles can take 45–75 minutes with fares usually modest. Pros: close to downtown, extensive flight choices and frequent services; cons: can be congested at peak times and transfer walks may be longer. Overall it’s the most convenient option for most international and domestic travelers. Long Thanh International Airport (future primary hub, LTO when referenced) is being developed to become the region’s major long-term international hub intended to relieve Tan Son Nhat and handle more long-haul and cargo traffic. Located roughly 40–50 km east of central Ho Chi Minh City, projected travel times to the center are around 45–90 minutes by car or dedicated high-capacity transit depending on services available; initial bus and shuttle options are expected to be affordable while future rail links may reduce transfer times. Pros: designed for larger capacity and modern facilities; cons: currently farther from downtown and until full transport links open it can be less convenient. Pricing perception may vary as new services and carriers begin operations.