Flying from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens five hours behind Ho Chi Minh City.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SGN to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Athens International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SGN and ATH include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Incheon International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Athens International Airport flight is R 4,488. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,025. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SGN to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Athens International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SGN to ATH.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Athens International Airport.
Handy information about Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
Of the flights that depart from Ho Chi Minh City Airport, 61% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Ho Chi Minh City Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SGN:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATH if you're catching a late Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Athens International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Athens and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Athens International Airport, Athens is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you want to go to Athens during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SGN to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
If you're ready to explore another side of Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among its highlights.