Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is one hour 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KTM to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between KTM and SGN include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Rs41,239 is the lowest price for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs97,093. These fares can change based on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from KTM to SGN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from KTM to SGN.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Tribhuvan International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to KTM:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're coming in on a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near SGN:
Venture beyond Ho Chi Minh City and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Book your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
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 get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick 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 Tribhuvan International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to go to Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from KTM to SGN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam waiting to be explored. Around 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a visit to Biên Hòa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Experience major highlights starting with Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
