Flying from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Ho Chi Minh City is one hour behind Kunming and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Each week, there are seven Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 14:15 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 16:15 with China Eastern Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your KMG to SGN flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Flying into Ho Chi Minh City (and then discovering more of Vietnam!) is easy with China Eastern Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with China Eastern Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for KMG to SGN flights is China Eastern Airlines.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KMG and SGN:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is R 1,776. A return fare is currently R 3,701. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KMG to SGN.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
KMG is located at 004 County Rd.
Kunming Changshui International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85.44% of flights that depart KMG arrive at their destination without delay.
Kunming Changshui International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Kunming. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near KMG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SGN if you're on a late Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car and explore parts of Ho Chi Minh City that aren't in every guidebook. Find your perfect set of wheels with Dichung Car Hire.
Boost your chances of snagging a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good move.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to central Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ho Chi Minh City. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KMG to SGN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòan is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Vietnam, head for Can Tho, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are key highlights.