Sydney to Hanoi Flights: Nonstop Options and Prices

Sydney to Hanoi flights run nonstop on Vietnam Airlines, taking about 9 hours 40 minutes to 10 hours, with Vietjet also flying the route direct a couple of times a week on a separate schedule out of the same airport. A direct flight Sydney to Hanoi is available on 2 separate airlines right now, which is unusual for a route out of Australia, and it makes this one of the easier Vietnam connections to plan.

This guide compares the nonstop options, when a connecting flight through Ho Chi Minh City or Melbourne is worth considering instead, and what to sort out before you fly.

Is there a direct flight from Sydney to Hanoi?

Yes, Vietnam Airlines operates flight VN786 nonstop between Sydney and Hanoi, covering roughly 7,769 kilometers in about 9 hours 40 minutes to 10 hours depending on winds. Vietjet also flies the route direct, though less often, with 2 flights a week each way.

Having 2 airlines on a nonstop route is unusual for flights between Australia and Vietnam; most other Australian cities only reach Hanoi through a connection. Sydney travelers benefit from that competition on both schedule and fare.

Vietnam Airlines nonstop vs Vietjet direct

Vietnam Airlines Sydney Hanoi service runs the more frequent nonstop schedule and tends to sit in the mid-range on price, with round-trip economy fares starting around 966 to 999 AUD for travel in February and March 2027. Business class starts around 4,329 AUD round trip on the same route.

Sources: Vietnam Airlines' own route and fare listing, and Vietjet's 2024 Hanoi-Sydney launch announcement via Airline Ratings, both checked October 2026.

Sydney Hanoi flight time stays under 10 hours either way you book it, well short of any routing that adds a second leg. Vietjet Sydney Hanoi service flies twice weekly, departing Hanoi on Wednesdays and Saturdays and Sydney on Thursdays and Sundays, and its fare history is harder to pin down than Vietnam Airlines' since most public coverage is from its 2024 launch announcement rather than current pricing. Looking for the cheapest flights Sydney to Hanoi has on offer? Comparing both airlines' direct fares before adding a connection is the simplest way to start.

Connecting flights, when they make sense

Connecting through Ho Chi Minh City runs daily on Vietnam Airlines, 12 hours 50 minutes to 15 hours 50 minutes, longer than the nonstop but useful if it's sold out or priced high. A Melbourne connection exists too, though at 13 hours 40 minutes to over 24 hours it's rarely the better choice unless your trip starts there.

We tell Sydney clients the same thing every season: check the nonstop fare first, and only look at connections if it's sold out or priced well above the 966 to 999 AUD range quoted above. A longer connection rarely saves enough to offset the extra hours in transit.

What's new: Western Sydney's upcoming Vietnam route

Vietjet announced in August 2026 that it will fly direct from the new Western Sydney International Airport starting January 2027, though that route goes to Ho Chi Minh City, not Hanoi, using an Airbus A330 on an 8.5 hour flight twice a week. Worth knowing if your trip includes both cities, but it doesn't change the Hanoi picture directly.

For now, Sydney Kingsford Smith remains the only airport with nonstop or direct service to Hanoi itself, on both Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet. Our what to do once you land in Hanoi guide covers the first few days once you touch down.

Before you fly: visa and booking tips

Australian passports need an e-visa before departure, since Australia is not among Vietnam's 12 unilateral visa-exemption nationalities, and processing typically takes a few business days once you apply online. Our Vietnam visa for Australians guide covers the application steps and current processing times.

Fares on this route move with the season, and booking a couple of months ahead of Tet or the Australian school holidays generally beats a last-minute search. Beyond the e-visa, our general trip-prep checklist covers what else is worth sorting out before the flight.

FAQ

Is there a direct flight from Sydney to Hanoi?

Yes. Vietnam Airlines flies nonstop, and Vietjet also flies the route direct, though less frequently. Most other Australian cities need a connection to reach Hanoi.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Hanoi?

The nonstop flight takes about 9 hours 40 minutes to 10 hours. A connection through Ho Chi Minh City runs 12 hours 50 minutes to 15 hours 50 minutes instead.

What is the cheapest way to fly from Sydney to Hanoi?

Comparing Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet's direct fares is the best starting point, since both serve the route nonstop or direct and fares shift by season rather than one airline always being cheaper.

Do Australians need a visa to fly into Vietnam?

Yes. Australia is not on Vietnam's visa-exemption list, so an e-visa is required before you fly.