Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is 12 hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MSP and SGN:
Incheon International Airport
Haneda Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
R 9,284 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 18,346. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MSP to SGN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from MSP to SGN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% land on schedule at their destination.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MSP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're coming in on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near SGN:
Drive into your next adventure with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore beyond Ho Chi Minh City's usual tourist stops.
To secure the best deal, book your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your travel date.
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 has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International 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).
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to SGN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam waiting to be discovered. About 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a visit to Biên Hòa will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another essential stop in Vietnam. Experience major highlights starting with Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
