Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your CMB to SGN flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CMB and SGN include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
At the moment, R 2,085 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,535. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CMB to SGN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CMB to SGN.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, data shows 69% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Colombo Bandaranayake Airport from central Colombo, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CMB:
Arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Ho Chi Minh City Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dichung Car Rental to explore parts of Ho Chi Minh City that don't always get the spotlight.
Book your vehicle from Ho Chi Minh City Airport a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for March if you'd like to go to Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB 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 cities in Vietnam waiting to be explored after you've experienced 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 experiencing Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
