Flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 5 minutes.
Ho Chi Minh City is six hours ahead of Paris and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Choose from seven weekly Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flights. The 11:35 departure with Vietnam Airlines is the earliest you can take. Air France operates the last service of the day at 14:00.
To ensure you catch your CDG to SGN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Vietnam Airlines offers direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Ho Chi Minh City — and maybe even more of Vietnam if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Vietnam Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for CDG to SGN flights is Vietnam Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between CDG and SGN:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight is R 5,357. A round-trip fare is currently R 8,858. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CDG to SGN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CDG to SGN.
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Handy information about Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Of the flights that depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Paris to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near CDG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Grab a Ho Chi Minh City Airport rental car and explore corners of Ho Chi Minh City that aren't the typical tourist stops. Check out the deals from Dichung Car Rental.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging a great price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Ho Chi Minh City Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good move.
When to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CDG 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, top sights here include Cat Tien National Park, Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà.
Can Tho is another must-experience destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No trip is complete without a visit to Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
