Flights from Malaysia to Vietnam: Asian citizens start travel international widely nowadays with affordable prices of airlines development. Vietnam is an ideal destination not only for westerns and europeans but also for asian tourists such as Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, India, etc… Travel by air is convenient and fast to all travellers, and the majority have chosen this transfer as a cross border travel. Especially, in this article we will introduce all the detailed guide travel for Malaysian tourists visit Vietnam. The information about distance of geography, the flight schedules, the top destinations in Vietnam should visit, the requirements for visa and passport to enter Vietnam, etc….All are in this informative article for you to read and prepare well for your holiday.
1. The distance from Malaysia to Vietnam by plane
The average distance from Malaysia to Vietnam by air is 1,295km. It usually takes more than 2 hours for travel duration by plane. In addition, the actual flight distance between two countries also belong to the flight routes. There are some international airports in Vietnam that you will land from Malaysia such as Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), Danang International Airport (DAD), and Ho Chi Minh International airport (SGN). Based on your stay duration in Vietnam, you might choose suitable arrival airport to plan your itinerary perfectly in Vietnam.
 2. Malaysia to Vietnam flights
Direct flights from Malaysia to Vietnam
In order to save time of your travel, you can choose direct flights which will not wait for transit or layover.
Vietnam airlines and Viejet airline operate some flights daily from Malaysia to Vietnam. Table below shows some examples to select your plane ticket:
| Flight
Number |
Direct Flights from Malaysia to Vietnam |
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| Airlines | Departure city | Arrival city | Departure time | Arrival time | Days of operation | |
| Airbus A321 | Vietnam Airlines | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam | 8:30PM | 10:05PM | Daily |
| Airbus A321 | Vietnam Airlines | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Danang, Vietnam | 8:30PM | 07:30 AM | Daily |
| A321 | Vietjet | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Hue, Vietnam | 1:25PM | 2:20PM | Daily |
Connecting flights from Malaysia to Vietnam
For a cheap cost airline, you can search and book the connecting flights which you will transit or layover at some other airports before arrive Vietnam.
The table below shows some examples of airline tickets that you might consider:
| Flight
Number |
Connecting Flights From Malaysia to Vietnam |
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| Airlines | Departure city | Arrival city | Departure time | Arrival time | Days of operation | |
| Airbus 321 | Vietnam Airlines | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Hanoi, Vietnam | 8:30PM | 7:15 AM | Daily |
| 321 | Vietjet Air | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Danang, Vietnam | 1:25PM | 7:20AM | Daily |
Note: There are many other airlines operate from Malaysia to Vietnam, you can search for the best option with affordable price carefully.
3. Passport and Visa for Malaysian travelers enter to Vietnam
 Passport
Regarding to the passport requirements for Malaysian enter to Vietnam, it must have at least 2 blank pages for the immigrant office at the airport stamp on them. In addition, passport must be valid at least 6 months after the date entry to Vietnam. Malaysia travelers can stay up to 30 days freely without visa. It has created many advantages to attract Malaysians stay long duration in our S-shaped country. In order to get passport information accurately, you also can contact Vietam embassy or consulate to ask about passport requirement if needed. Especially, all visa information show clearly on offical websites of the government, you should check and search carefully.
Visa
Coming from an ASEAN member, Malaysia is a country do not need a visa enter to Vietnam for 30 days. If you tend to stay exceed the specified duration, you will need a visa to travel. You might refer reading information carefully about E-visa enter to Vietnam. Applying an electronic visa is fast and convenient nowadays, the duration to get visa is around 3 – 5 working days from the immigration office of Vietnam. You can search to apply for single or multiple entry visa for your vacation. You will get approval of visa letter when you apply online. Explore Vietnam Travel team has experiences to advise worldwide visa process. Kindly contact us if you need any information.
4. Top destinations in Vietnam for Malaysian visit
Hanoi
You definitely will not miss out to visit our capital Hanoi. It is a home for several museums such as Hoa Lo prison, Ethonology museum, women museum, etc… Especially, you will also visit a sacred Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and One Pillar pagoda. Hanoi is also famous with 36 old streets and tranquil Hoan Kiem lake. The old quarter of the capital have attracted dozens of tourists to explore daily. There are many souvenir shops, local restaurants and coffee shops for tourists and locals. Not only renowned with historical relics about medieval dynasties, Hanoi countryside handicrafts are also famous. Escape the bustling capital, you can pay a visit to Bat Trang pottery village and incense village. These villages are located outside of the heart of Hanoi and it takes around 30 – 50 minutes to arrive by motorbike or car. You should spend 2 – 3 days to discover all the attractions in Hanoi.
Ninh Binh
Ninh Ninh is an attractive destination to worldwide travelers because majestic natural landscapes. You can travel from Hanoi to Ninh Binh and it takes around 2 hours to arrive. Many exciting places in this province that you must visit such as Hoa Lu ancient capital, Mua Caves, Tam Coc Bich Dong, Trang An, Cuc Phuong National Park, etc….Normally, the average time to stay in Ninh Binh is 2 days. Our recommendation is renting bicycle to ride around the villages. The lush of tapestry rice paddies and impressive limestone caves have catched strong attentions to many tourists. The tranquil Ninh Binh promises to be a gateaway trip for nature enthusiast.
Sapa
Discovering Vietnam ethnic minority is interesting to many travelers. Coming from 54 ethnics, Vietnam has diverse cultures and customs to explore. Sapa is one of example attract international and domestic visitors nowadays. Trekking through all the villages and mountains is a popular activity when you come here, you will see green lush of mountains and rice terraces. You definitely won’t miss out Sapa market, Ta Van village, Cat Cat village, Moana village, etc…Especially, travel to Fansipan mountain by cable car is a highlight experience in Sapa with the height 3,147meter. It is the highest mountain in Indochinese peninsula. Spending the average 2 – 3 days to explore Sapa is our recommended stay duration. You will have time to explore all attractions timely.
Ha Long Bay
Ha Long Bay is voted as World Cultural Heritage twice in 1994 and 2000. Therefore, the image of this attraction is popular globally. Many travel agents nowadays operate cruise depart from Hanoi capital daily. It depends on your time, you can book 1 day trip, 2 days trip or even 3 days trip. The majority of duration for tourists is 2 days because it is enough time to enjoy all activities like discovering the limestone caves, visiting islands, join kayaking, practicing taichi in early morning, participate cooking class course, watching sunrise or sunset, party on cruise with happy hours, etc… Explore Vietnam has many types of cruises to visit Ha Long Bay, you can contact us for more travel information. We will assist our best with your travel requirements.
Hue
Exploring an ancient capital of Vietnam is another highlight experience for travelers. Being famous with royal relics and monuments, Hue offers charming and poetic visit to everyone. Especially, Hue Imperial City is nominated as a World Cultural Heritage in 1993. Discover the feudal period history from the Nguyen dynasty is fascinating and informative. 13 kings in Vietnam ruled the country in the past are interesting to learn especially some kings have their own royal tombs for resting in peace. Beside all the royal facts, the buddhist temples are also renowned here, you can visit some famous pagodas such as Thien Mu and Tu Hieu pagoda. Additionally, experiencing a dragon boat trip around tranquil Perfume River is an enjoyable experience as well. Many other attractions like beach, hills, villages are also exciting places to discover in Hue. You might tend to stay 2 – 3 days to visit all places in Hue.
Danang
Danang is coastal city in central Vietnam. It offers everything from the historical relics until nature landscapes. Tourists often stay more than 3 days to discover this grandeur city. Being famous with beaches and resorts, the hospitality service of Danang has pleased many tourists globally. There are many attractions to visit such as Son Tra Peninusla, Marble Mountain, My Khe beach, Bana Hills, Cham Museum Sculpture, Dragon bridge, Han market, Han bridge, etc….Because of the geography and development of aviation, Danang attract million of tourists visit yearly. Tourists also can explore neighbor cities and provinces such as Hue and Hoi An from Danang easily within a day.
Hoi An
The most popular ancient town in Vietnam is Hoi An. With unique architectures from Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Cham, Hoi An preserves traditional culture and hisstoirical values of Vietnam passionately. The ancient town is decorated with colorful lanterns, especially it is attractive at night when the lights turn on. There are some attractions you can’t miss out such as Japanese bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Tan Ky Old house, Cam Thanh coconut village, Tra Que garden village, Thanh Ha pottery village, An Bang beach,.. etc…Riding a bicycle around Hoi An is our recommended vehicle since the town is pretty small. Moreover, you can also participate cooking class activity or learning how to make colorful lanterns. Duration to stay in Hoi An ia from 3 – 4 days, many visitors choose to stay a long period here because of the beauty of this ancient town and friendliness of locals.
Ho Chi Minh city
Ho Chi Minh is considered as a biggest city in Vietnam and It is known as Saigon. The city is a central hub of economic and politic. Ho Chi Minh city is ot only being famous with skyscraper landmarks but also with historical and cultural relics such as War Remnant Museum, French Post Office, Ben Thanh market, China town, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, …etc… Interestingly, you can discover Cu Chi tunnel which is a famous war relic in South Vietnam. There are many activities in the city that offer to tourists and usually the duration to stay here is from 3 – 4 days. You also even can visit tranquil Mekong delta when you travel to Ho Chi Minh city.
Dalat
Dalat is famous as a romantic city or city of love in Vietnam. The weather condition is always pleasant here as it always keep cool temperature. One day, you might experience 4 seasons in this city. Dalat is located in central highlands of Vietnam. It is famoust with french colonial building architectures, flowers gardens and green Lang Biang mountain. Many honeymoon trips from locals always visit Dalat because the romantic atmosphere. Especially, Dalat is also bustling at night market, visitors can enjoy freely to buy souvenirs and taste delicated cuisines. A trip to Dalat will be a memorable experience to your travel.
Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc is famous as a paradise of islands; you will emerge yourself to natural beauty when you visit here. Snorkeling and fishing activity are attracted many visitors explore. Especially, you don’t miss explore some islands such as Hon Thom Island, May Rut Island ,Gam Ghi Island , Kim Quy Island, Bom Island, Gam Ghi Island, …etc… Especially, you will travel by cable car so some islands in Phu Quoc. In addition, you can visit Vinpearl Amusement Park to participate many fun games of  entertainment activities. Your vacation in Phu Quoc is worth it, you will emerge yourself with the pearl of islands.
Mekong Delta
 Mekong delta is famous destination in South Vietnam. Discovering the peace of beautiful villages have attracted worldwide vistors. Many activities such as explore the countryside by bicycle, enjoy tropical fruits, explore Cai Rang floating markets, taste the local cuisines, discover Tan Lap village, etc…..One day discover Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh city become a favorite choice of majority tourists. You will delve to our culture passionately, Explore Vietnam has many options for Mekong Delta Tours, you can contact us for more information.
5. How to travel in Vietnam
Travel by private car
 Traveling by car is a safe and convenient option to travelers in Vietnam. With friendly and professional drivers, we always make you satisfy with your holiday. Explore Vietnam Travel operate car services in all cities and provinces of Vietnam. Especially, our driver can communicate basic English so it is comfortable for communication. In addition, when you book our car services to travel, you can request our driver stop at any places on the route which you want to capture photos or visiting. The flexibility of our service will make you happy.
Travel by motorbike
If you are an adventurous traveler, you can choose motorbike is your travel vehicle. Motorbike renting shops operate widely throughout the country nowadays. One day rent a motorbike cost is ranging from 150,000 VND/ day to 200,000 VND. The renting shop provide motorbike delivery services so you just need to wait at the hotel/ homestay for your bike. However, we recommend you check the conditions of the motorbike carefully before the departure. Additionally, you should save the motorbike shop telephone number to call if some troubles happen with your motorbike.
Travel by train
Travel by train is another excellent method to travel In Vietnam. The country from North to South operate some train routes for travelers. All cities and provinces are linked to each other, you can carefully book a suitable train trip for your vacation. The price of train ticket belongs where you will travel, you can book the ticket in advance by online or direct at the train station. Kindly bring your passport when you want to purchase a train ticket. We recommened you book in advance to choose the best seat for your journey. Explore Vietnam Travel also has the service of booking train tickets in some cities, you might contact us for travel inquiry.
Join a package tour in Vietnam
One of our top recommendations is joining package tour from Explore Vietnam Travel. You will not need to waste your time searching and reading all information for your trip. Our team will plan the itinerary and send to you to read. We will answer all your questions about travel in Vietnam. All you need are provide us your airline tickets and passport, we will work on travel program in Vietnam. All of our customers feel happy with our professionalism and friendliness. We believe that you also will have memorable experiences with us.
 6. Conclusion
To sum up, booking the flights to Vietnam from Malaysia give access to experience many activities. The country from North to South offer stunning landscapes, tasty cuisines, rich historical values from medieval times to feudal time and to modern society. The vacation for Malaysia citizens in Vietnam is 30 days without visa, you can travel freely around the country with our recommended destinations above.
If you need any travel requests, do not hesitate to contact Explore Vietnam Travel team. We will make sure you will have seamless and happy holiday. The hospitality of friendliness, kindness and warm welcome of Vietnam will satisfy your trip.
