Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
Ho Chi Minh City is 11 hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SGN.
With more travellers during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to SGN even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is an option when departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
FLL is around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
R 6,463 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Return flights start at R 14,003. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to SGN, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. July is when most people book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Fort Lauderdale to SGN plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ho Chi Minh City:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Le Cochinchine Mekong River Cruise, War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Square are must-visits when exploring Ho Chi Minh City.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore more of Vietnam. Travel around 129 kilometres south-west to Can Tho to check off its leading sights. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Floating market TAN DUONG boat tour, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another corner of Vietnam, head for La Gi, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ho Chi Minh City. Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and TP Homes Phan Thiết are key reasons to visit.
