Flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Manila.
You can take your pick of 31 weekly Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MNL to SGN flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can travel nonstop to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Book a ticket with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Cebu Pacific.
The most punctual carrier that operates MNL to SGN flights is Philippine Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 79.71% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between MNL and SGN include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Da Nang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
R 737 is the lowest price for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,939. These prices can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from MNL to SGN, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Landing cheap flights from MNL to SGN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
72% of flights that leave from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Manila. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MNL:
Arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
Consider booking a hotel near SGN if you're catching a late Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Start your adventure sooner with a Ho Chi Minh City Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dichung Car Rental to explore parts of Ho Chi Minh City that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Ho Chi Minh City Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Ho Chi Minh City Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for March if you want to go to Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MNL to SGN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam you'll want to see. About 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a visit to Biên Hòa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Cat Tien National Park, Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Vietnam, head for Can Tho, about 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng are the start of reasons to visit.
