Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is four hours ahead of Istanbul and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Your SAW to SGN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SAW and SGN:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
At the moment, R 4,899 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,392. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from SAW to SGN, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SAW to SGN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
76.93% of flights leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 55 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SAW. Whether you have an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're getting in on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SGN:
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 Ho Chi Minh City and beyond.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your day of departure.
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 by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ho Chi Minh City. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to visit 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 SAW to SGN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòan is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Can Tho is another standout destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No trip is complete without visiting Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.