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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City from $299

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SGN
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City are usually found in May or August, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Wed 12/815:25
MEL
-
SGN
Nonstop8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/911:10
SGN
-
MEL
Nonstop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$486
Wed 26/815:25
MEL
-
SGN
Nonstop8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/911:10
SGN
-
MEL
Nonstop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7$487
Thu 27/800:30
MEL
-
SGN
Nonstop8h 35m
VietJet Air
Thu 3/911:10
SGN
-
MEL
Nonstop8h 25m
VietJet Air
Deal found 20/7$489
Wed 12/815:25
MEL
-
SGN
Nonstop8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/811:10
SGN
-
MEL
Nonstop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7$496
Fri 6/1116:35
MEL
-
SGN
Nonstop8h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 25/1122:40
SGN
-
MEL
Nonstop8h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/7$505
Wed 21/1016:25
MEL
-
SGN
Nonstop8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1017:35
SGN
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7$523
Fri 6/1116:35
MEL
-
SGN
Nonstop8h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 27/1122:40
SGN
-
MEL
Nonstop8h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/7$526
Fri 4/913:00
MEL
-
SGN
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/911:10
SGN
-
MEL
Nonstop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$529
Wed 26/815:25
MEL
-
SGN
Nonstop8h 35m
Jetstar
Wed 9/922:40
SGN
-
MEL
Nonstop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/7$530
Tue 10/1108:10
AVV
-
SGN
1 stop16h 50m
Jetstar
Tue 24/1122:40
SGN
-
AVV
1 stop11h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/7$602
Wed 26/806:00
AVV
-
SGN
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/922:40
SGN
-
AVV
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7$610
Tue 18/816:40
AVV
-
SGN
1 stop26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/819:55
SGN
-
AVV
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$663

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$486

One-way from

$299

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$769
VietJet Air
  • VietJet Air
  • 12/8-10/9
  • Nonstop
  • 17h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/7
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($344 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

MEL - SGN

MELSGN

Melbourne

Sun 18/10

01:30-06:05

Nonstop8h 35m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 31/10

15:40-12:10

1 stop16h 30m

$619

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

MEL - SGN

MELSGN

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

06:15-19:45

1 stop17h 30m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 20/11

09:25-05:00

1 stop15h 35m

$646

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

MEL - SGN

MELSGN

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

21:35-08:15

1 stop13h 40m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 21/8

11:10-22:35

Nonstop8h 25m

$652

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

AVV - SGN

AVVSGN

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 5/8

06:00-16:05

1 stop13h 05m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 19/8

19:55-16:05

1 stop17h 10m

$755
Fastest return journey

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

MEL - SGN

MELSGN

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

00:30-06:05

Nonstop8h 35m

Ho Chi Minh City

Tue 18/8

11:10-22:35

Nonstop8h 25m

$756

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

MEL - SGN

MELSGN

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

00:30-06:05

Nonstop8h 35m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 21/8

11:10-22:35

Nonstop8h 25m

$756

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

AVV - SGN

AVVSGN

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 16/8

06:00-16:05

1 stop13h 05m

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu 27/8

19:55-22:50

1 stop23h 55m

$772

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

AVV - SGN

AVVSGN

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 26/11

08:10-21:00

1 stop16h 50m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 20/12

22:40-23:15

1 stop20h 35m

$839

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

AVV - SGN

AVVSGN

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 24/11

08:10-21:00

1 stop16h 50m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 20/12

22:40-23:15

1 stop20h 35m

$839

MelbourneHo Chi Minh City

MEL - SGN

MELSGN

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

11:00-18:10

3 stops58h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 9/8

02:35-12:40

1 stop31h 05m

$853

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City (average of $470). Flying from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,308). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to SGN?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 July 2026.

When flying from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 July 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to SGN are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City flights typically cost between $475 and $837 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $486 on Multiple Airlines (12 Aug–10 Sept).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Ho Chi Minh City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 146 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

Over the past year, Vietnam Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City is 67 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ho Chi Minh City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ho Chi Minh City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Vietnam Airlines, andScoot from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,578 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,578 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,578 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Vietnam Airlines
7.7
Good
280 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,578 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
327 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,578 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
557 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,578 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
VietJet Air
5.6
Fair
172 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,578 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ho Chi Minh City from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) if they book a flight to Ho Chi Minh City from Melbourne. On average, Ho Chi Minh City has 3 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 16 airlines. Ho Chi Minh City is conveniently located just 7.3 km from Ho Chi Minh City’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Departing from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City will take you 8h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6693 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City round-trip?

    Flying on Scoot is currently your cheapest option to Ho Chi Minh City, with prices starting at $173. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Jetstar and VietJet Air, with the lowest prices starting at $216 and $296, respectively. Scoot is priced at 75% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City one-way?

    $173 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from VietJet Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jetstar and Scoot, with prices starting from $224 and $225, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Consider Cambodia Angkor Air (100%), Vietnam Airlines (66%) or Qantas Airways (54%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City is $284. On average you can expect to pay $1,314. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Ho Chi Minh City), can usually be booked for $474.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City (average of $470). Flying from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,308). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$173Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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JetstarCheapest$216Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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VietJet AirCheapest$296Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$305Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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FlexFlightCheapest$377Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapest$383Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$402Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$449Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapest$457Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$457Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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