Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Hong Kong ➔ Hô Chi Minh
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,510 km
Average flight time
~1h 50m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Hong Kong and Hô Chi Minh aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Hong Kong → Hô Chi Minh: 1,493 km, 2h10 block time, departing Hong Kong International (VHHH) and arriving Tan Son Nhat (VVTS). The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Hong Kong International (3800 m) and alternate fuel are validated. On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.
Departure and arrival airports
Hong Kong International (VHHH)
On the departure side, Hong Kong International (VHHH) serves Hong Kong from 22.31°N / 113.91°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre; 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Peninsula Hotel Helipad.
Tan Son Nhat (VVTS)
On the arrival side, Tan Son Nhat (VVTS) serves Hô Chi Minh from 10.82°N / 106.65°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by SASCO VIP Terminal; 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to District 1 / Phu Quoc.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,493 km · 806 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h10
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre — Hong Kong International (VHHH / HKG)
- Arrival FBO
- SASCO VIP Terminal — Tan Son Nhat (VVTS / SGN)
- Departure runway
- 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- District 1 / Phu Quoc
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Hong Kong → Vietnam: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Hô Chi Minh?
About 2h10 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,493 km great-circle between VHHH and VVTS.
Which aircraft suits Hong Kong → Hô Chi Minh?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Hong Kong International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Hong Kong → Vietnam: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.