Flight Time from Malaysia to Vietnam in Detail - Updates 2023

The flight time from Malaysia to Vietnam ranges from 1 hour 50 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes depending on departure and destination places. 

For instance, a non-stop flight from Kuala Lumpur to Ho Chi Minh City takes 1 hour and 50 minutes on average, while it is around 3 hours and 15 minutes if flying from Kuala Lumpur to Hanoi. With the same itinerary from Kuala Lumpur to Hanoi, you will spend around 8 hours and 15 minutes flying with a one-stop flight.

Here is detailed information on flight time from 5 major cities in Malaysia to Vietnam: Kuala Lumpur - Vietnam, Penang to Vietnam, Kota Kinabalu to Vietnam, Johor Bahru to Vietnam, and Kuching to Vietnam. Check it out! 

1. Flight Time from Kuala Lumpur to Vietnam

The table below shows flight time from Kuala Lumpur to the top 5 tourist cities in Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc.

Destination	Flight Duration
	Non-stop	One-stop
Ho Chi Minh City	2 hrs 15 mins	12 hrs 15 mins Layover Time: 6 hrs 55 mins (Hanoi)
Hanoi	3 hrs 5 mins	6 hrs 45 mins Layover Time: 2 hrs (Ho Chi Minh City)
Da Nang	-	6 hrs Layover Time: 2 hrs (Ho Chi Minh City)
Nha Trang	-	8 hrs 20 mins Layover Time: 4 hrs 35 mins (Ho Chi Minh City)
Phu Quoc	-	6 hrs 45 mins Layover Time: 3 hrs (Ho Chi Minh City)

Currently, Vietnam Airlines operates 6 - 9 flights daily, including direct and one-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur to the biggest cities in Vietnam: Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Amongst flight schedules, there is one non-stop flight to Hanoi and two non-stop flights to Ho Chi Minh City.

Our suggestion is to consider journeying to one of these cities initially, allowing yourself ample time for relaxation before progressing to other locales within Vietnam. This approach also offers cost savings, as multiple transportation alternatives, such as trains, buses, coaches, and cars, are available for travel within Vietnam, aside from air travel.

Here are some compelling reasons to choose Vietnam Airlines for your travels:

• Superior Services: Experience the comfort and luxury of 4-star services that cater to your needs, ensuring a pleasant journey from start to finish.
• In-Flight Delights: Enjoy complimentary in-flight meals and beverages, adding a delightful culinary touch to your travel experience.
• Generous Baggage Allowance: Benefit from a free 12kg carry-on baggage allowance and a free 23kg baggage allowance, providing you with ample space for your belongings.
• Stellar Reputation: As a trusted international airline, Vietnam Airlines is committed to safety, stability, and high-quality service, providing you with peace of mind during your travels.

Vietnam Airlines serves meal and drink during flights from Kuala Lumpur to Vietnam

2. Flight Time from Kota Kinabalu to Vietnam

Kota Kinabalu is the state capital of Sabah, Malaysia. There are no carriers that operate non-stop flights from Kota Kinabalu to Vietnam. Travelers will transit in Kuala Lumpur. The layover time will depend on the airlines and be around 3 hours to 9 hours.

Here is the average one-stop flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Vietnam.

Destination	Flight time	Layover time	Total duration
Ho Chi Minh City	4 hrs 55 mins	Kuala Lumpur: 1 hr 35 mins	6 hrs 25 mins
Hanoi	6 hrs	Kuala Lumpur: 9 hrs 25 mins	15 hrs 25 mins
Da Nang	5 hrs 10 mins	Kuala Lumpur: 5 hrs 5 mins	10 hrs 15 mins

3. Flight Time from Penang to Vietnam

The table below shows flight time from Penang to Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Da Nang (Vietnam).

Destination	Flight Duration
	Non-stop	One-stop
Ho Chi Minh City	1 hr 55 mins	5 hrs 50 mins Layover Time: 2 hrs 45 mins (Kuala Lumpur)
Hanoi	-	6 hrs 50 mins Layover Time: 2 hrs 25 mins (Kuala Lumpur)
Da Nang	-	7 hrs 5 mins Layover Time: 3 hrs 20 mins (Kuala Lumpur)

4. Flight Time from Johor Bahru to Vietnam

Here is the average flight time from Johor Bahru to 3 major cities in Vietnam.

Destination	Flight Duration
	Non-stop	One-stop
Ho Chi Minh City	2 hrs	-
Hanoi	-	11 hrs 50 mins Layover Time: 7 hrs 40 mins (Kuala Lumpur)
Da Nang	-	14 hrs 15 mins Layover Time: 10 hrs 30 mins (Kuala Lumpur)

5. Flight Time from Kuching to Vietnam

There are no direct flights from Kuching, Malaysia to Vietnam. Here is the average flight time for one-stop flights from Kuching to Vietnam.

Destination	Flight Duration
Ho Chi Minh City	6 hrs 10 mins Layover Time: 2 hrs 5 mins (Kuala Lumpur)
Hanoi	8 hrs 55 mins Layover Time: 3 hrs 55 mins (Kuala Lumpur)
Da Nang	9 hrs 10 mins Layover Time: 4 hrs 50 mins (Kuala Lumpur)

Vietnam Airlines provides an extensive range of flights featuring adaptable scheduling. Besides positioning the brand as a “4-star international airline”, Vietnam Airlines promises to bring stable, safe flights and high-quality service. This ensures that passengers can truly feel at ease and comfortable throughout their journey with us.

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