Wide open business class award space available on Vietnam Airlines

- Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) – San Francisco (SFO), departing at 6:30 p.m. and arriving at 6:40 p.m., Vietnam Airlines Flight 98.

Historically, securing award space on this route has been challenging. However, @findflightsforme has identified significant availability despite relatively high costs through most partner programs. Individuals with transferable bank points can access these awards.

Booking options include:

- Air France-KLM Flying Blue: 100,500 points plus approximately $250 each way (transfer partners include Chase, Amex, Citi, Capital One, Bilt).

- Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: 140,000 points plus approximately $250 each way (transfer partners include Chase, Amex, Citi, Capital One, Bilt).

- Korean Air Sky Pass: 77,500 points plus approximately $250 each way.

While awards booked through Air France or Virgin Atlantic are expensive, both frequently offer transfer bonuses. Recent promotions have included a 150% bonus on Bilt point transfers and a current 25% bonus on Citi transfers to Flying Blue.

To book these flights:

1. Search availability using the Virgin Atlantic website's award calendar.

2. Book through Air France KLM unless you possess Korean Air points.

3. Utilize any remaining Chase-transferred Korean Air points before they expire.

Vietnam offers numerous attractions worth visiting independently or as part of broader Asian travel plans. Notable sites include the Presidential Palace and Pho Hoa in Ho Chi Minh City and the Hyatt Regency Danang.

Once booked, @findflightsforme advises entering your reservation number on either the Czech Airlines or Air Europa websites to retrieve your Vietnam Airlines reservation number for seat assignment purposes.