I've posted this message in "Vietnam" already.

Hi everyone,

We're (3 of us) leaving for Vietnam at the end of June. A friend of mine is offering some stand-by passes. These passes only allow us to travel on specific routes.We can reach any city in the US, quite a few more in Europe, and Tokyo for Asia. My question would be, What is the most affordable trip from any of these cities to Vietnam? I know there are a few low-fare airlines in Asia, but they seem to leave from Thailand, Korea or Indonesia. Thanks a lot for now.

Jack

jack---seems a no brainer doesn't it....tokyo is almost there...

You have not mentioned Hong Kong. In case it is being offered Hong Kong to Hanoi is a very short hop, just an hour. Otherwise Bob is right - if your only Asian choice is Japan you have no choice but to take it!

From US, try to find a Vnese travel agent. He/she could get you a real bargain fare from Korean air, singapore air, United air, ANA, China Air, Pacific air etc...
Internet fare is always 30% higher. Good luck.

Vietnam Airlines: From Los Angeles or SFO to Hanpoi and return is 1150 USD ( not included airport tax for return ticket, if one way ticket is 700 USD
If you travel from FRA to HANOI and return is 1300 USD.
From Tokyo to Hanoi is $1350 ( return)