There are no direct flights from the UK to Can Tho. All routes connect through major hubs. Can Tho International Airport (VCA) sits about 10km from the city centre.
Vietnam Airlines, Emirates, Singapore Airlines offer the main connections, typically routing via Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Singapore. Total journey time runs 16-22 hours including layovers.
Return fares range from £550-700 in low season (May-October (Wet Season)) to £900-1,200+ during peak periods (November-February / Tet Holiday). Booking 6-8 weeks ahead typically gets the best prices.
Can Tho operates on GMT+7, which is 7 hours ahead of London in winter and 6 hours ahead in summer. Allow 20-30 minutes from the airport to central Can Tho.
Price Patterns
Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings
Last-minute deals are rare for this route due to steady demand
Peak periods see prices increase significantly
Sweet Spot
6-8 weeks before travel for the best combination of availability and price.
Avoid Booking
Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)
During major holiday periods (prices spike immediately)
School holiday periods if travelling with families
Cai Rang
Experience the vibrant floating market where boats trade fresh fruits and local goods at sunrise.
Ninh Kieu
Walk along the riverside promenade and enjoy evening views over the Mekong.
Binh Thuy
Visit the historic house showcasing French and Vietnamese architectural charm.
My Khanh
Explore orchards, folk games, and traditional southern Vietnamese culture.
Ong Pagoda
Admire colourful Chinese temple architecture filled with incense and history.