Travelling from Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City. The city runs on the UTC+7 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to SGN.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SGN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can reach CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Sao Paulo to SGN flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
The journey time to VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo is around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land as expected. At VCP, that figure is 74%.
About Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
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Getting from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Currently, R 13,891 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 25,308. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SGN if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
December is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Sao Paulo 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).
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ho Chi Minh City right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. War Remnants Museum, Saigon Opera House and Notre Dame Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Ho Chi Minh City.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover other parts of Vietnam. Travel around 129 kilometres southwest to Can Tho to check off its leading sights. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Vietnam, head for La Gi, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ho Chi Minh City. Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and Bikini Beach are among its highlights.
