Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is six hours ahead of Frankfurt.
You can choose from 13 weekly Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights. The 13:55 departure with Vietnam Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Vietnam Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 14:35.
To ensure you catch your FRA to SGN flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Vietnam Airlines offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Ho Chi Minh City — and maybe even more of Vietnam if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Vietnam Airlines.
Vietnam Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates FRA to SGN flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between FRA and SGN include:
San Francisco International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is Rs101,250. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs187,169. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from FRA to SGN, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from FRA to SGN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, data shows 67.47% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Reserve a hotel close to SGN if you're on a late Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Start your adventure sooner with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore Ho Chi Minh City and beyond.
To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to explore Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 34ºC then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam you should also see. Around 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a visit to Biên Hòa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Vietnam, head for Can Tho, about 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are among its highlights.
