Travelling from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Take your pick of numerous airports when planning your flight from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Expect to be in the air for 12 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of London. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). There are 2 direct services every week. Vietnam Airlines operates a 11am departure between LHR and SGN.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to SGN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can jump on a direct flight from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
When departing from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport with Vietnam Airlines.
Vietnam Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from LHR to SGN.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Vietnam Airlines.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to SGN leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, browse these options when leaving from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SGN flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel more relaxed and effortless. When flying out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) stopping at Dubai Airport (DXB).
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Flights that depart from STN arrive at their destination on schedule 64.73% of the time.
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Reserve a hotel close to SGN if you're catching a late flight from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Right now, R 4,866 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,543. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from London to SGN, book your plane ticket eight months before your departure date.
January is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from London to SGN.
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The best time to fly from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). July is when most people travel to Ho Chi Minh City. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
Before locking in your London to SGN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
More about Ho Chi Minh City
After booking your flight from London to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ho Chi Minh City:
Your Ho Chi Minh City visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Le Cochinchine Mekong River Cruise, War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Square.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've done Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore other parts of Vietnam. Journey about 129 kilometres south-west to Can Tho to check off its leading attractions. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Floating market TAN DUONG boat tour, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ho Chi Minh City, La Gi is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and TP Homes Phan Thiết.
