The flight time from San Francisco to Hanoi ranges from 17 hours 55 minutes to 57 hours 50 minutes, depending on number of stops and layover time in each stop.

The average flight time of Vietnam Airlines is 20 hours 30 minutes from San Francisco to Hanoi with one stop. Especially, the flight route from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City, 1 out of 2 flights in this route, has been the first and only direct flight from The U.S. to Vietnam until now.

Thus, if you plan to depart from San Francisco International Airport at 10:10 PM, you will arrive in Hanoi at about 8:40 AM local time two days later.

The average flight time	19 hrs 55 mins
Time zone difference	15 hrs
Non-stop flight	None

Flight Time from San Francisco to Hanoi in Detail

The estimated distance between San Francisco and Hanoi is 11,759km. Currently, only connecting flights are operated for this route.

Here is the table that presents several of the available one-way options to Hanoi from San Francisco:

One-Stop Flight Time from San Francisco to Hanoi

Routes	Layover Time	Total Duration
SFO → HKG → HAN	Hong Kong: 3 hrs 40 mins	19 hrs 30 mins
SFO → NRT → HAN	Tokyo: 1 hr 15 mins	17 hrs 55 mins

Note: It is advisable to visit Vietnam Airlines’s website or mobile app for the latest updated flight information as it may change over time.

Two-Stop Flight Time from San Francisco to Hanoi

Routes

Layover Time

Total Duration

SFO → SEA → ICN → HAN

Seattle: 4 hrs 15 mins

Seoul: 2 hrs 25 mins

25 hrs 20 mins

SFO → YVR → ICN → HAN

Vancouver: 3 hrs 50 mins

Seoul: 1 hr 40 mins

23 hrs 45 mins

Note: It is advisable to visit Vietnam Airlines’s website or mobile app for the latest updated flight information as it may change over time.

At present, the fastest is the one-stop flight that departs from San Francisco International Airport, stops at Tokyo and lands at Noi Bai International Airport in 17 hours 55 minutes.

Reasons to Choose Vietnam Airlines

Here are some reasons to fly with Vietnam Airlines from San Francisco to Hanoi:

As of July 2023, Vietnam Airlines has a direct flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City. It is the best option for you to experience the first and only direct flight from the U.S. to Vietnam by Vietnam's flag carrier national airline.

Routes	Layover Time	Total Duration
SFO → SGN → HAN	Ho Chi Minh City: 2 hrs 10 mins	20 hrs 30 mins

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Besides, Vietnam Airlines serves all passengers with the best services that gain 4-star ratings by Skytrax. You have a free tasty meal and drink, use a private screen for entertainment, get a blanket, and experience other services.

For privileged people such as the disabled, pregnant women or the elderly, Vietnam Airlines has many supports for them. For instance, providing a wheelchair, opening a privileged line, etc.

Vietnam Airlines always strives to bring the best flight experience for all passengers.

Let’s get the best flight to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines now!

Vietnam Airlines flight attendant guides the passenger to get on his flight

FAQs

Is there a direct flight from San Francisco to another city near Hanoi?

Currently, there are only transit flights via Ho Chi Minh City.

What is the best route from San Francisco to Noi Bai Airport?

The best flight route from San Francisco to Noi Bai Airport is San Francisco - Ho Chi Minh City - Hanoi. Because there is one direct flight from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City operated by Vietnam Airlines. It takes you 20 hours 30 minutes.

How long is the average layover time?

The average layover time is estimated from 1 hour to 5 hours.

What airports are in San Francisco?

There are three international airports in San Francisco: San Francisco International Airport, Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, and Oakland International Airport.

What airports are in Hanoi?

Noi Bai International Airport is the only international airport in Hanoi.

How long does it take to get from Noi Bai Airport to Hanoi?

Noi Bai Airport is about 40km far from the city center. It will take you about 40 minutes to commute by taxi and 1 hour or more by bus and other means of transportation.

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