Flight Time from Vietnam to Los Angeles & Tips for Enjoying Long Layovers

The flight time from Vietnam to Los Angeles takes anywhere from 18 hours 25 minutes to approximately 49 hours 40 minutes. The particular time depends on your departure location, destination, and the number of layovers and connection time for one-stop or two-stop flights.

The shortest flight path	Hanoi (HAN) → Seoul (ICN) → Los Angeles (LAX)  (17 hours 5 minutes)
The longest flight path	Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Guangzhou (CAN) - Los Angeles (LAX) (49 hours 40 minutes)
Time Difference	Vietnam is 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles Vietnam: (GMT+7) Los Angeles: (GMT-8)

Flight Time from Ho Chi Minh City to Los Angeles in Detail

No direct flights are available from Ho Chi Minh City to Los Angeles. Instead, you can choose flights with layovers in various cities.

One-Stop Flight Time

Just as with departures from Hanoi, when you fly out from Ho Chi Minh City to Los Angeles, you’ll experience a layover at a popular Asian airport, such as Taipei City, Hong Kong, or Tokyo. The average duration for this flight is 17 hours and 30 minutes.

Flight Route	Flight Time	Layover Time	Total Duration
SNG - SFO - LAX	15 hrs 55 mins	San Francisco: Depending on the airlines	15 hrs 55 mins
SGN → TPE → LAX	16 hrs 15 mins	Taipei City: 1 hr 35 mins	17 hrs 50 mins
SGN → SYD → LAX	22 hrs 40 mins	Sydney: 1 hr 05 mins	23 hrs 45 mins
SGN → HKG → LAX	16 hrs 05 mins	Hong Kong: 1 hr 25 mins	17 hrs 30 mins
SGN → NRT → LAX	16 hrs 35 mins	Tokyo: 1 hr 50 mins	18 hrs 25 mins
SGN → DOH → LAX	23 hrs 50 mins	Doha: 2 hrs 5 mins	25 hrs 55 mins

Note:

Currently, Vietnam Airlines, the flag carrier of Vietnam, operates the only direct flight from Vietnam to The U.S within 14 hours 30 minutes on average, departing from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco. Thus, choosing the flight route helps you save time when traveling from Vietnam to Los Angeles. 

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Two-Stop Flight Time

Here is a table of the flight times from Ho Chi Minh City to Los Angeles for two-stop flights.

Flight Route	Flight Time	1st Layover Time	2nd Layover Time	Total Duration
SGN →  NRT → SFO → LAX	17 hrs 49 mins	Tokyo: 1 hr 50 mins	San Francisco: 3 hrs 23 mins	23 hrs 2 mins
SGN → ICN → SFO → LAX	17 hrs 55 mins	Seoul: 1 hr	San Francisco: 4 hrs 59 mins	23 hrs 51 mins

An alternative travel option from SGN to LAX includes a two-stop flight with layovers at different airports en route. You should still opt for one-stop flight time, as it will save you significant time.

Flight Time from Hanoi to Los Angeles in Detail

No direct flights are available from Hanoi to Los Angeles. Instead, the route is solely serviced by connecting flights.

One-Stop Flight Time

It is more convenient to fly from Hanoi (HAN) to Los Angeles (LAX) through a single stopover at a major hub airport in Asia. Some of the common stopover airports for this route include Taipei (TPE), Tokyo (NRT), Seoul (ICN), Hong Kong (HKG), and Dubai (DXB). The one-stop flight time takes around 17 hours and 5 minutes on average. 

Flight Route	Flight Time	Layover Time	Total Duration
HAN → TPE → LAX	15 hrs 30 mins	Taipei City: 2 hrs 15 mins	17 hrs 45 mins
HAN → ICN → LAX	16 hrs 15 mins	Seoul: 50 mins	17 hrs 5 mins
HAN → HKG → LAX	15 hrs 30 mins	HongKong: 2 hrs 5 mins	17 hrs 35 mins
HAN → NRT → LAX	15 hrs 20 mins	Tokyo: 10 hrs 50 mins	26 hrs 10 mins
HAN → DXB → LAX	22 hrs 55 mins	Dubai: 3 hrs 50 mins	26 hrs 45 mins

Depending on the airline and the chosen stopover airport, the one-stop flight time from Hanoi (HAN) to Los Angeles (LAX) can range from 17 to 27 hours. For the fastest journey, consider selecting a transit flight in Seoul, which takes about 17 hours and 5 minutes.

Two-Stop Flight Time

Another alternative to reach Los Angeles is by opting for two-stop flights. In this option, most flights will include transits through one Asian airport and another in the US before reaching Los Angeles.

Flight Route	Flight Time	1st Layover Time	2nd Layover Time	Total Duration
HAN → TPE → SFO → LAX	16 hrs 22 mins	Taipei City: 1 hr 35 mins	San Francisco: 9 hrs 35 mins	27 hrs 32 mins
HAN → SIG → NRT → LAX	20 hrs 45 mins	Singapore: 55 mins	Tokyo: 10 hrs 40 mins	32 hrs 20 mins
HAN → KIX → ICN → LAX	17 hrs 40 mins	Osaka: 4 hrs 15 mins	Seoul: 1 hr 55 mins	23 hrs 50 mins
HAN → SGN → SFO → LAX	18 hrs 29 mins	Ho Chi Minh City: 2 hrs 15 mins	San Francisco: 4 hrs 47 mins	25 hrs 31 mins
HAN → HND → SEA → LAX	16 hrs 52 mins	Tokyo: 2 hrs 20 mins	Seattle: 4 hrs 13 mins	23 hrs 25 mins

In general, the two-stop flights tend to be more budget-friendly, but they might not offer the most time-efficient or seamless transit procedures. The total duration from Hanoi to Los Angeles could extend up to 32 hours.

Tips for Enjoying Long Layovers When Having the Connecting Flights

Here are 5 tips on airport transiting when traveling from Vietnam to Los Angeles:

Check in 3 hours in advance before departing

Early check-in gives you ample time to go through security checks and immigration at the departure airport. It also helps you reduce stress when catching your connecting flight at the layover airport.

Keep in mind your minimum connection time

The minimum time required to transfer flights at your specific airport can range from 45 minutes to 2 hours or more, especially if you need to change terminals or go through security. It's crucial to allocate sufficient extra time when dealing with a bustling or sizable airport during peak hours.

Remember to check your boarding times, not just the departure time, as the gate might close 30 minutes before the scheduled takeoff.

Download the airline’s app

Signing up for email and text notifications helps you receive essential flight information, such as delays, gate changes, or other critical updates. As a result, you avoid hurrying up to find your next plane.

Bring snacks 

You might feel hungry while waiting for your next flight, so consider bringing some food to satisfy your appetite.

Wander around to discover the transit airport 

Window shopping is one of the best ways to stretch your legs and relax your body after a long-haul flight.

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Hope you have a nice trip!