Travelling from Banmethuot Airport (BMV) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is 1 hour.
Banmethuot and Ho Chi Minh City are in the UTC+7 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from BMV to SGN start at 07:10 — the first with VietJet Air. The last service of the day is at 19:50 with Vietnam Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BMV to SGN flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
VietJet Air offers direct flights from Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Ho Chi Minh City — and maybe even more of Vietnam if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with VietJet Air on this route.
Among carriers operating BMV to SGN flights, Vietnam Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between BMV and SGN:
Hanoi Airport
Haiphong Airport
Vinh City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Banmethuot Airport (BMV) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight is R 435. A return fare is currently R 907. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from BMV to SGN, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Banmethuot Airport (BMV)
Of all flights leaving Banmethuot Airport, 59% land on time at their destination.
Banmethuot Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Banmethuot. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BMV. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
Reserve a hotel near SGN if you're on a late Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Ho Chi Minh City Airport rental car and discover parts of Ho Chi Minh City that are off the usual tourist route. Check out the deals from Dichung Car Rental.
Improve your chances of scoring the best possible rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Ho Chi Minh City Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a wise move.
When to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Banmethuot Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for March if you want to visit Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BMV to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòa is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be explored once you've seen Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Cat Tien National Park, Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another essential stop in Vietnam. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.