Travelling from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
1 hour 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City. The city's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Bangkok.
With 70 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is the most popular route. Thai Airways International operates the earliest flight at 7:35am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from BKK to SGN is with Vietnam Airlines at 10:20pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Bangkok to SGN. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can book a direct flight from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Top carriers that have direct flights from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport out of BKK include:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Vietnam Airlines from BKK to SGN.
Among carriers on this route, Vietnam Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) flight ticket out of Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Check if flying out of DMK makes more sense for your journey.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to SGN are offered by Thai AirAsia.
Thai AirAsia ranks number one in bookings on the DMK to SGN route.
With 75.96% of services landing on schedule, Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier flying between Don Mueang International Airport and Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
You can arrive at DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to SGN flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.48%.
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Rs13,453 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs27,405. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap flights from Bangkok to SGN, book your ticket ten months before your departure date.
March is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Visit Ho Chi Minh City in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Bangkok to SGN flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Ho Chi Minh City right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Tan Son Nhat International Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Ho Chi Minh City when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Le Cochinchine Mekong River Cruise followed by War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Square.
Explore more of Vietnam
Can Tho is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ho Chi Minh City. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Floating market TAN DUONG boat tour.
La Gi is another favourite destination in Vietnam and is around 153 kilometres east of Ho Chi Minh City. No journey is complete without dropping by Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and TP Homes Phan Thiết.
