Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is seven hours ahead of Edinburgh and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your EDI to SGN flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between EDI and SGN include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Right now, R 5,793 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,644. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EDI to SGN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from EDI to SGN.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you have a late Edinburgh Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SGN:
Venture beyond Ho Chi Minh City and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Improve your chances of getting a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a wise move.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ho Chi Minh City. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to SGN in January if you like travelling in 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 cities in Vietnam waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
