Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City are both in the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from BKK to SGN start from 07:35 — the first with Thai Airways International. The latest departure is at 20:05 with VietJet Air. Overall, there are 95 weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights.
Your BKK to SGN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. When you're ready to start your Ho Chi Minh City holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Vietnam:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Thai Airways International on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates BKK to SGN flights is Vietnam Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 70.0% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BKK and SGN include:
Phnom Penh International Airport
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Right now, R 1,084 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,212. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from BKK to SGN by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BKK to SGN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to BKK:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're coming in on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SGN:
Venture beyond Ho Chi Minh City and discover places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to central Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Ho Chi Minh City in April.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BKK to SGN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover other parts of Vietnam. Travel around 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its top attractions. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Can Tho is another well-known destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No journey is complete without dropping by Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
