Flying from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) departing from here.
The average time for a direct Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Jakarta. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City.
The busiest route is from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), with 14 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from CGK to SGN is the 1:30pm VietJet Air service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 2:40pm with Vietnam Airlines.
Your flight from Jakarta to SGN won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
You can find a direct flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
When leaving from CGK, you can catch a direct flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport with VietJet Air.
VietJet Air ranks first in bookings for flights from CGK to SGN.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Vietnam Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 73.77% of the time.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Jakarta to SGN departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Travelling from central Jakarta to CGK takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS). It's a key transfer point for flights from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) departing Halim Perdanakusuma Airport.
HLP is around 14 kilometres from central Jakarta. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Jakarta to SGN flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Halim Perdanakusuma Airport:
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SGN if you have a late flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Rs16,063 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Return flights start from Rs36,325. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Jakarta to SGN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Affordable Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Ho Chi Minh City. July is when most people book flights from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Jakarta to SGN flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
Start your Ho Chi Minh City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Le Cochinchine Mekong River Cruise, War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Square are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover other corners of Vietnam. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to Can Tho to check off its top attractions. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Floating market TAN DUONG boat tour, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ho Chi Minh City, La Gi is another essential stop in Vietnam. No visit is complete without checking out Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and TP Homes Phan Thiết.
