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Air Freight · United States → Ho Chi Minh City

Air Freight from United States to Ho Chi Minh City

United States to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), Vietnam covers 10 airport pairs; the shortest is 12,597 km great-circle distance. Typical transit is 2–6 days including handling, faster on direct or express service.

Distance
12,597 km
Transit
2–6 days
Service
Air Cargo
12,597 km
Shortest pair
2–6 days
Estimated transit
Air Cargo
Service
WhatsApp
Written quote, same business day

Lane at a glance

Route facts

Air freight is priced on chargeable weight — the greater of actual and volumetric weight — so share dimensions with your request and we reply with the best routing.

Origin
United States
Destination
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), Vietnam
Distance
from 12,597 km
Estimated transit
2–6 days
Equipment
Consolidated · direct · express
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

Network

Main airport pairs

OriginDestinationDistanceTransit
San FranciscoHo Chi Minh City12,597 km2–6 days
Los AngelesHo Chi Minh City13,130 km2–6 days
ChicagoHo Chi Minh City13,959 km2–6 days
New York (JFK)Ho Chi Minh City14,293 km2–6 days
Dallas / Fort WorthHo Chi Minh City14,542 km2–6 days
MemphisHo Chi Minh City14,623 km2–6 days
HoustonHo Chi Minh City14,903 km2–6 days
LaredoHo Chi Minh City14,905 km2–6 days
AtlantaHo Chi Minh City14,934 km2–6 days
MiamiHo Chi Minh City15,875 km2–6 days

How it works

From quote to delivery

  1. 01

    Quote and booking

    Send weight, dimensions and cargo type; we quote on chargeable weight and book the flight.

  2. 02

    Pickup and export

    Pickup and export clearance in United States.

  3. 03

    Flight

    United States → Ho Chi Minh City: usually 2–6 days door to airport depending on direct or consolidated service.

  4. 04

    Import clearance

    Clearance at the destination airport in Vietnam.

  5. 05

    Delivery

    Final delivery to your address.

Checklist

Documents and cost drivers

Documents to import into Vietnam

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Air waybill (AWB)
  • Certificate of origin
  • Import declaration under Vietnam customs rules

What drives the price on this lane

  • Chargeable weight: the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight (1:6000)
  • Fuel and security surcharges
  • Airport handling and terminal fees
  • Customs clearance at both ends
  • Pickup and final delivery
  • Cargo insurance

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long does air freight from United States to Ho Chi Minh City take?+

Estimated transit is 2–6 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.

How far is United States from Ho Chi Minh City?+

The shortest pair is 12,597 km in a straight line.

How much does air freight from United States to Ho Chi Minh City cost?+

It depends on chargeable weight, the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.

What documents do I need to import into Vietnam?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Air waybill (AWB); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Vietnam customs rules.

From United States to other destinations in Vietnam

Ready to move your cargo?

Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.

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