Flying from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 13 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is six hours behind Ho Chi Minh City.
Flights from SGN to CDG start from 09:25 — the earliest with Air France. The latest departure is at 23:30 with Vietnam Airlines. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SGN to CDG flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Paris (and then exploring more of France!) is a breeze with Vietnam Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Vietnam Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating SGN to CDG flights, Vietnam Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SGN and CDG:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hamad International Airport
Handy information about Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ho Chi Minh City Airport, 61% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SGN:
Arriving at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider staying in a hotel near CDG if you're taking a late Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
From Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Paris. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SGN to CDG in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its must-visit sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.