Flying from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Ho Chi Minh City one hour 30 minutes ahead of Kochi.
Every week, there are 13 Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 23:50 VietJet Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:50 with VietJet Air.
Your COK to SGN flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
VietJet Air has direct flights from Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Ho Chi Minh City — and maybe even more of Vietnam if your schedule allows.
VietJet Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between COK and SGN:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is R 1,709. A round-trip fare right now is R 3,479. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from COK to SGN by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
When it comes to Cochin International Airport's on-time performance, 78.29% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Cochin International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Kochi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to COK:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Grab a Tan Son Nhat International 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 Hire.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates typically rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Ho Chi Minh City in April.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Cochin International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from COK to SGN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòan is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be explored after you've seen Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Can Tho is another standout destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No journey is complete without experiencing Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
