Bangkok to Thủ Đức flights
Thủ Đức lies 754 km (468 mi) south-east of Bangkok, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 43 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bangkok | Thủ Đức | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Vietnam |
| Population | 5.1 million | 524,670 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) |
| Nearest large airport | DMK, 21 km out | SGN, 14 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Thủ Đức
Crossing from Thailand into Vietnam: money changes from the Baht to the Dong (VND); traffic switches to the right; sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK, 28 km).
Arriving in Thủ Đức
Thủ Đức is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 12,468-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tan Son Nhat International Airport | SGN | 14 km (9 mi) | 12,468 ft | 33 ft |
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Staying in Thủ Đức
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Thủ Đức. Of the 13 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (7), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 90 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Thủ Đức from Bangkok?
754 km (468 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bangkok.
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Thủ Đức by air?
About 1 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangkok and Thủ Đức?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bangkok to Thủ Đức flights?
Typically Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
What currency do I need in Thủ Đức?
The Dong (VND).
Where can I stay in Thủ Đức?
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Thủ Đức, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.