Fly to Sydney for Less: Deals starting from 4,321,065 VND
Fly direct to Sydney with 41% off fares starting at $172 round-trip. Guide to saving with Opal Card, Bondi Beach, and 5-day itinerary.
Quick summary
- Sydney: 8.5 hours from HCM; currency Australian Dollar (AUD); airport SYD
- Direct flights from SGN to Sydney starting at just $172 USD round-trip with Jetstar.
- Take the public ferry to Manly Beach and enjoy the stunning view of Sydney Harbour.
- Take bus 420 to Mascot station to bypass the expensive airport train gate access fee.
In this guide
- 1. Flight Deal — 41% Off Flights to Sydney with Jetstar
- — Jetstar direct flight schedules
- — Baggage fee saving hacks
- Sydney at a Glance
- 2. Discovering Sydney — Australia's Breathtaking Harbour City
- — Top free photo spots around the harbour
- — Bondi Beach & coastal cliffside walk
- 3. Budgeting Solo Travel & the Opal Card Secrets
1. Flight Deal — 41% Off Flights to Sydney with Jetstar
Jetstar Airways is offering direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Sydney (SYD) starting from 4,321,065 VND (~$172 USD) round-trip — a 41% discount. This is the lowest fare to Australia for summer 2026.
Departing June 23, 2026. Nonstop flight time is 8 hours 30 minutes, with 7kg carry-on luggage included.
Jetstar direct flight schedules
The flight departs SGN at 10:00 PM, allowing you to sleep onboard and land in Sydney at 9:30 AM the next day, saving you 1 night of hotel costs.
Baggage fee saving hacks
Jetstar is a low-cost carrier, so pre-book your 20kg checked bags online from $35 AUD. Paying at the airport counter will cost double.
Sydney at a Glance
Sydney is Australia's harbor city where the Opera House and Harbour Bridge frame one of the world's most recognizable waterfronts. A longer flight from Vietnam (8-9 hours) but worth every minute. Bondi Beach, fresh seafood at the Fish Market, and the Blue Mountains are unforgettable.
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Airport (IATA) | SYD |
| Flight time from Vietnam | 8.5 hours from HCM |
| Currency | Australian Dollar (AUD) |
| Language | English |
| Time zone | UTC+10/11 |
When to go:
- October – April: Australian spring/summer. 20–30°C.
Top experiences:
- Sydney Opera House: Take a tour inside or catch a show. Best photos from Mrs Macquaries Chair.
- Bondi to Coogee Walk: 6km coastal walk with stunning ocean views. Free. Budget 2-3 hours.
- Blue Mountains Day Trip: Dramatic sandstone cliffs, eucalyptus forests, and the Three Sisters. 2-hour train from Central Station.
Full guide: Sydney destination guide on Pingsme.
2. Discovering Sydney — Australia's Breathtaking Harbour City
Sydney is world-famous for its iconic Sydney Opera House and the massive Harbour Bridge. While it is summer in Vietnam, Sydney enjoys a mild winter with pleasant temperatures of 12-18°C.
You can stroll along Circular Quay, take the public scenic ferry to Manly Beach, or check out the famous surf at Bondi Beach.
Top free photo spots around the harbour
Explore the Royal Botanic Garden for free, capturing the Opera House from Mrs Macquarie's Chair at dusk when the golden lights turn on.
Bondi Beach & coastal cliffside walk
Take the scenic 6km Bondi to Coogee coastal walk to experience sweeping ocean views, rugged cliffs, and roaring surf breaks.
3. Budgeting Solo Travel & the Opal Card Secrets
From Sydney Airport (SYD), taking the Airport Link train is fast but incurs a high station access fee. To save up to 70% on transit, take the public bus 420 to Mascot station, and transfer to a standard train line from there.
Get an Opal Card for public transit. On Sundays, you enjoy a daily fare cap of just $2.80 AUD for unlimited ferry, train, and bus rides. Pack warm, light layers as winter evenings can get chilly.
