Travelling from Taichung International Airport (RMQ) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Ho Chi Minh City is one hour behind T'ai-chung-shih and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Flights from RMQ to SGN start from 07:55 — the first with Mandarin Airlines. The latest departure is at 16:45 with VietJet Air. In total, you can take your pick of 20 weekly Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RMQ to SGN flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Mandarin Airlines offers direct flights from Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Ho Chi Minh City — and maybe even more of Vietnam if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Mandarin Airlines on this route.
Mandarin Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for RMQ to SGN flights, with 96.88% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RMQ and SGN:
Da Nang International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Taichung International Airport (RMQ) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
At the moment, R 1,252 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,621. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RMQ to SGN, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from RMQ to SGN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Taichung International Airport (RMQ)
RMQ is located at 42 Jhongcing Road.
Taichung International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RMQ arrive on schedule 88.77% of the time.
Taichung International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central T'ai-chung-shih. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel close to RMQ? If you're catching an early flight from Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SGN if you have a late Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Start your adventure the moment you land 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.
Book your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport a few weeks before your trip to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Taichung International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RMQ to SGN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've seen Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore other parts of Vietnam. Travel around 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its popular sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another essential stop in Vietnam. No visit is complete without checking out Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
