Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Port Blair Airport (IXZ): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SGN to IXZ flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Port Blair Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SGN and IXZ:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Port Blair Airport flight is R 3,527. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 6,031. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SGN to IXZ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Port Blair Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SGN to IXZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Port Blair Airport.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
When it comes to Tan Son Nhat International Airport's on-time performance, 66.42% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Port Blair Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
Book a hotel close to IXZ if you're catching a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Port Blair Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Port Blair Airport (IXZ) to central Port Blair
From Port Blair Airport, Port Blair is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Port Blair Airport is April, while October is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Port Blair based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Port Blair Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Port Blair, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SGN to IXZ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Keep seeking out new experiences and experience more of India. Bamboo Flat is around 8 kilometres north of Port Blair and has no shortage of things to keep you busy, including Mankiamma Temple.
Next stop? Head for Austinābād. It's around 3 kilometres north-east of Port Blair and is known for highlights like Snake Island.