How to Plan a Vietnam Trip from Australia (Complete Guide 2026)
Vietnam is one of the best destinations for Australian travelers for many years especially in 2026. As of 2025, there are approximately 350,000 Vietnamese Australians. This is a positive condition that helps Australians gain a better understanding of Vietnam’s culture, people, and country. Besides that, there is a big number of Vietnam students studying in Australia and they make the relationship between Vietnam and Australian better. Due to those things, there are many flights between the major cities in Vietnam and Australia.
Vietnam is rich in culture, has good food, natural beauty (nice beaches and mountains). Those things are the elements that tourists in Australia expect during their trip to Vietnam from Australia.
There are many direct flights between the major cities in Australia and Vietnam with affordable price and short flight time so Australian tourists can easily plan for their trip to Vietnam.
The travel expenses in Vietnam are quite cheap and Vietnam is one of the safest countries in the world due to Institute for Economics & Peace. Those things make Vietnam is one of the best destinations for Australian travelers especially in 2026 When the Australian dollar has a favorable exchange rate against the US dollar.
In this complete 2026 guide, we will show you exactly how to plan a Vietnam trip from Australia — from flights and visas to budgeting and choosing the right tour.
Why Vietnam is a Perfect Destination for Australians?
• Close proximity (8–10 hour flight)
• Many direct flights and connecting flights
• Time zone difference manageable
• Excellent value for money
• Safe and tourist-friendly
• Diverse landscapes
There are many flights among the major cities in Vietnam and Australia including direct flights and connecting flights. The flight time is just about 8 to 10 hours so it is not too long. So, this is perfect when you wish to travel to Vietnam with a short trip. You will be not tired after arriving and you can even join in a tour after arriving Vietnam.
The time zone between Vietnam and Australia is very similar, so you’re unlikely to experience much jet lag.
The cost of living in Vietnam is relatively low, so when you travel from Australia to Vietnam, you can spend more comfortably without worrying too much about prices. The costs of tours, shopping, and dining are relatively low compared to those in other developed countries.
Vietnam is with Diverse landscapes like Halong Bay, Ha Giang Rocky Plateau, Ban Gioc Waterfall, Sapa, Son Doon Cave, Phong Nha – Ke Bang, Hai Van Pass, beautiful beaches in Da Nang, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Mui Ne and Phu Quoc. They are the attractive destinations for travelers around the world and from Australia.
For the reasons mentioned above, Vietnam is an attractive destination for travelers around the world, particularly for Australian tourists. In addition, the Vietnamese people are friendly and hospitable, and Vietnam is politically stable and safe. These factors make Vietnam an ideal choice for peace-loving travelers from Australia.
How Much Does a Vietnam Trip Cost from Australia?
When you are planning for your trip to Vietnam, you are thinking about the cost for your trip to Vietnam. Please see below.
There is no fixed cost for a trip from Australia to Vietnam because it depends on several factors, including the length of your trip, the standard of accommodation, the restaurants you prefer, the places you want to visit, the activities you want to join, and how much shopping you plan to do.
Return Flight: ~AUD 760–900 (~USD535 – 635)
A return flight between Australia and Vietnam is about AUD 760–900 depending on the seasons you travel and on the time you book.
You normally have a good price if you book the ticket early.
Travel trave season also affects flight prices. From May to August, tickets are usually the cheapest because it is the low tourist season in Vietnam.
From September to November and March to April, prices are moderate — higher than the low season but cheaper than the peak season.
From December to February is the peak season. So, the flight prices are the highest during this time.
Vietnam Airlines
| Month(s) | Price Trend | Notes |
| June – August | Cheapest | Low/off-peak travel season |
| March – April | Moderate | Shoulder season, good value |
| September – October | Moderate | End of shoulder season |
| December – February | Most Expensive | Peak travel holidays and weather |
Accommodation: ~AUD 28–380 (~USD20 – 200)/room/night
When you travel in Vietnam there are varied options for you to choose for the accommodation from a homestay to a luxury 5 star hotel.
• A homestay costs around AUD 28 (~USD 20) per night.
• A 3-star hotel costs about 70 AUD (~ USD 50) per night.
• A 4-star hotel costs around 115 AUD (~ USD 80) per night.
• A 5-star hotel costs 280 AUD (~USD 200) or more per night.
The accommodation price changes slightly in different cities. So, you may choose an accommodation which is the most suitable with your budget.
Tours:
A 1-day tour in Vietnam usually costs between AUD 45 and AUD 90 (approximately USD 30 to USD 60), depending on the location and what is included in the tour. A tour with a long distance will cost more than a tour with a short distance. A tour with high ticket price, entrance fee will cost more than a tour with a low-ticket price, entrance fee. For example a tour with cable to Ba Na Hill, Fansipan Peak in Sapa will cost more than a tour in the city.
Food:
An average meal in Vietnam may cost from AUD 7 to AUD 35 (approximately USD 5 to USD 25), depending on the location and the standard of the restaurants.
Shopping:
Shopping in Vietnam is affordable because the cost of living is lower than in many other countries. There are so many things to buy in Vietnam for souvenirs like ceramics, silk, handmade products. Please note to check flight and immigration regulation before you travel.
The cost for a souvenir can be from AUD 2 to AUD 100 depends on what you buy.
As you see above the price for your group when you visit Vietnam from Australia changes a lot depending on the accommodation you choose, the season you travel, the restaurants you choose for dinning, how much you spend on shopping and what tours you take, how many days you visit Vietnam and which places you want to visit.
Vietnam Visa for Australia:
Australian travelers can apply Evisa to Vietnam easily with Vietnam government website. The visa is up to 90 days for single or multiple entries. The single entry is USD 25 and the multiple entries is USD 50. It takes about 5 working days to get the Evisa in pdf file and you do not have to pay when you arrive in Vietnam as you will pay online. Please make sure your passport is valid for 6 months from arrival date.
Best Time to Visit Vietnam from Australia
When you plan for a
Vietnam tour from Australia you don’t know when will be the best time to visit Vietnam. Please check below and have an overview about the best time to visit Vietnam.
The best time to visit Vietnam from Australia depends on several factors, including the weather, your holiday schedule, the scenery you prefer, and the activities you plan to enjoy during your trip.
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The best time to visit Vietnam for good weather:
Vietnam is a long country so the weather changes from this part to another part. Below is the best time for the different part of Vietnam from North Vietnam, Central Vietnam to South Vietnam
| Region | The best time for weather | Notes |
| North Vietnam | From March to April and from October to November | The temperature is not too hot and not too cold. It is in the dry season |
| Central Vietnam | February to April | Those months it is warm with pleasant temperatures, low rainfall |
| South Vietnam | December to April | This is the dry season, and it is sunny season. Good for outdoor sightseeing |
The best time to visit Vietnam which suits Australia Holiday periods
Many travelers want to travel in Vietnam for the good weather or good price but one thing is very important and that is your holiday (when you can arrange your vacation, when your family member or your partners can arrange the vacation with you). You may be busy with your works, your business or your children still have to study in the school and you cannot arrange your trip to Vietnam because of those things. So, it is easier to arrange your trip to Vietnam when all the members have the vacation from works or school.
Australia has some holidays as below:
Christmas & New Year:
Mid-December to late January includes school summer holidays. Please note that is the peak season for travelling in Vietnam so the cost for travelling is high this time.
Easter Holidays (Autumn):
March or April (dates change each year). The holiday is about 2 weeks and this time you may travel with your children also. Vietnam is a good country to visit as this time is shoulder season in Vietnam so the travel cost is not too expensive and this time the weather is perfect for travelling.
Australia Winter School Holidays
From Late June to mid-July. This time is the low travel season in Vietnam so you can travel with a low price. Most of hotels, Halong Bay cruises and travel company have promotion this time for international tourists and international tourist destination. However, this time of year the weather is hot in Vietnam and it is rainy season for North Vietnam and South Vietnam.
Spring School Holidays
From Late September to early October. This period last for about 2 weeks. This is the shoulder season in Vietnam so the cost for travelling in Vietnam is not too expensive. This time the temperature is good (not too hot, not too cold) and there is beautiful rice terrace fields in Northern Vietnam also. However, this is the end of stormy season in North Vietnam so some tours like Halong Bay can be canceled in the stormy days.
The best time to visit Vietnam for a good price
The best time to visit Vietnam for a low price is from may to beginning of September. This time of year, it is the low season for international tourists so most of the accommodations in the for international tourist destinations have good price this time (except some destinations and accommodation for both local and international tourists because this is the high season for local travelers). Please note that this time is the high season for local travelers but local travelers normally visit other destinations like Coto Beach Island, Quan Lan Beach Island in Quang Ninh, Do Son Beach ( Hai Phong), Sam Son Beach, Hai Tien Beach ( Thanh Hoa), Cua Lo Beach ( Nghe An), Vung Tau Beach which international tourists do not visit much.
This time of year, the international flights are cheap also.
Best Vietnam Itinerary for Australian Travelers
The distance between Vietnam and Australia is not too far, the direct flight is only about 9 hour and the price is not too high. So, Australian travelers may plan for a trip to Vietnam from 7 to 15 days easily. Please see some best Vietnam travel itinerary for Australian as below:
Northern Vietnam 7 Day:
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Day 2: Hanoi – Ninh Binh Day Tour
Day 3: Hanoi – Sapa – Village Visiting
Day 4: Sapa – Fansipan Peak – Hanoi
Day 5: Hanoi – Halong Overnight Cruise
Day 6: Halong – Hanoi
Day 7: Hanoi – Departure
Northern and Central Vietnam 10 Day
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Day 2: Hanoi Discovery
Day 3: Hanoi – Ninh Binh Day Tour
Day 4: Hanoi – Sapa – Village Visiting
Day 5: Sapa – Fansipan Peak – Hanoi
Day 6: Hanoi – Halong Overnight Cruise
Day 7: Halong – Hanoi – Fly to Da Nang- Hoi An
Day 8: Hoi An – Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle Half Day
Day 9: Hoi An – Ba Na Hill Day Tour
Day 10: Hoi An – Free Day – Da Nang – Departure
Vietnam 15 Day Package
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Day 2: Hanoi Discovery
Day 3: Hanoi – Ninh Binh Day Tour
Day 4: Hanoi – Sapa – Village Visiting
Day 5: Sapa – Fansipan Peak – Hanoi
Day 6: Hanoi – Halong Overnight Cruise
Day 7: Halong Bay Further Discovery
Day 8: Halong – Hanoi – Fly to Da Nang- Hoi An
Day 9: Hoi An – Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle Half Day
Day 10: Hoi An – Ba Na Hill Day Tour
Day 11: Hoi An – Free Day – Da Nang – Fly to Ho Chi Minh
Day 12: Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi Tunnels – City Tour
Day 13: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Boat Trip
Day 14: Ho Chi Minh – Shopping
Day 15: Ho Chi Minh – Departure
