Statistics on Chicago-Ho Chi Minh City flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Ho Chi Minh City (from: Chicago)
The average price to go to Ho Chi Minh City from Chicago airport is $ 1201 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 948 (in october) and $ 1574 (in july), which is a saving of $ 253 or a surplus of $ 373 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $900 to $953 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Ho Chi Minh City before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Ho Chi Minh City plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 29157 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Ho Chi Minh City from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in october, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 948, saving $ 253 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1201). Conversely, july will be the most expensive ($ 1574).
Flight Chicago-Ho Chi Minh City: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1032 | $ 1240 | fair price |
| February | $ 991 | $ 1071 | good price |
| March | $ 944 | $ 1080 | good price |
| April | $ 927 | $ 1072 | good price |
| May | $ 935 | $ 1119 | good price |
| June | $ 1327 | $ 1544 | high price |
| July | $ 1355 | $ 1574 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 1096 | $ 1332 | fair price |
| September | $ 904 | $ 985 | good price |
| October | $ 870 | $ 948 the cheapest | very good price |
| November | $ 876 | $ 977 | good price |
| December | $ 1163 | $ 1472 | high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh City
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh City range from $741 to $1799. 3% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $741 to $794), 1% at the maximum price (from $1746 to $1799). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $900 to $953 (13% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Ho Chi Minh City flight
There are 13 companies that serve Chicago from Ho Chi Minh City airport: ANA, Japan Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Delta, United, EVA Air, Korean Air, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, Alaska Airlines, Etihad Airways, Spirit Airlines and jetBlue.
Data analysis:
Of the 29157 flights analyzed in previous years, ANA was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (26% of the time) on the Chicago->Ho Chi Minh City route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Chicago-Ho Chi Minh City flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $33. On the other hand, departing on a friday may cost you an additional $25.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chicago departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $37. Conversely, departing from Ho Chi Minh City on a friday may cost you an additional $56.
Top prices Chicago-Ho Chi Minh City
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 03-12 to 10-12-2024 | $ 853 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 12-03 to 19-03-2025 | $ 832 | layover flight with Cathay Pacific |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 13-03 to 24-03-2025 | $ 836 | layover flight with Cathay Pacific |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 17-03 to 31-03-2025 | $ 855 | layover flight with ANA |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 18-03 to 30-03-2025 | $ 835 | layover flight with Cathay Pacific |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 19-03 to 30-03-2025 | $ 836 | layover flight with Cathay Pacific |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 01-04 to 16-04-2025 | $ 818 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 06-04 to 18-04-2025 | $ 847 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 15-04 to 23-04-2025 | $ 852 | layover flight with ANA |
| Chicago → Ho Chi Minh City | 01-10 to 16-10-2025 | $ 852 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
When to book your flight Chicago - Ho Chi Minh City to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 9 to 10 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Ho Chi Minh City flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a saturday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh City, it is recommended to buy it 9 to 10 months before departure (it is then on average 971 $, which is a saving of 230 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (362 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Ho Chi Minh City flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 845 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1211), 4 to 5 months ($ 1193), 5 to 6 months ($ 1048), 6 to 7 months ($ 991), 7 to 8 months ($ 949), 8 to 9 months ($ 942), 10 to 11 months ($ 918) |
| February | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 892 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1057), 4 to 5 months ($ 1030), 5 to 6 months ($ 987), 6 to 7 months ($ 972), 7 to 8 months ($ 998), 8 to 9 months ($ 958) |
| March | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 875 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1051), 2 to 3 months ($ 995), 3 to 4 months ($ 1004), 4 to 5 months ($ 1022), 5 to 6 months ($ 1000), 6 to 7 months ($ 939), 8 to 9 months ($ 993), 9 to 10 months ($ 970) |
| April | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 953 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1044), 2 to 3 months ($ 957), 4 to 5 months ($ 982), 5 to 6 months ($ 954), 6 to 7 months ($ 991) |
| May | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 897 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1039), 3 to 4 months ($ 966), 4 to 5 months ($ 974), 5 to 6 months ($ 1037), 6 to 7 months ($ 1003), 7 to 8 months ($ 941) |
| June | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1275 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1539), 3 to 4 months ($ 1384), 5 to 6 months ($ 1363), 6 to 7 months ($ 1307), 7 to 8 months ($ 1433) |
| July | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1354 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1565), 3 to 4 months ($ 1491), 4 to 5 months ($ 1437), 5 to 6 months ($ 1461) |
| August | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1114 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1260), 2 to 3 months ($ 1292), 3 to 4 months ($ 1186), 4 to 5 months ($ 1144), 6 to 7 months ($ 1226) |
| September | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 883 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 943), 2 to 3 months ($ 959), 3 to 4 months ($ 936), 4 to 5 months ($ 928), 6 to 7 months ($ 902) |
| October | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 842 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 928), 2 to 3 months ($ 888), 3 to 4 months ($ 911), 4 to 5 months ($ 902), 5 to 6 months ($ 884), 6 to 7 months ($ 879), 7 to 8 months ($ 869) |
| November | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 835 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 961), 2 to 3 months ($ 965), 3 to 4 months ($ 916), 4 to 5 months ($ 957), 6 to 7 months ($ 910), 8 to 9 months ($ 884), 9 to 10 months ($ 886) |
| December | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1242 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1302), 4 to 5 months ($ 1373), 6 to 7 months ($ 1396) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, saturday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Ho Chi Minh City are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a saturday, you will save $9. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $11 more.
Chicago to Ho Chi Minh City: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 1564 $1237 to $1732 | very high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1336 $853 to $2269 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1396 $986 to $1989 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 1091 $909 to $1868 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 955 $832 to $1154 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 902 $818 to $1035 | very good price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1085 $929 to $1361 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1286 $1286 to $1286 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1421 $1322 to $1555 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 892 $859 to $926 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 932 $852 to $1012 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, december, march, april, may, june, july, september and october are cheaper to travel to Ho Chi Minh City. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!