Travelling from Launceston Airport (LST) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Launceston.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LST to SGN flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Launceston Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LST and SGN include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Perth Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport (LST) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Rs64,886 is the lowest price for a one-way Launceston Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs144,599. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LST to SGN if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Launceston Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LST to SGN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Launceston Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Launceston Airport (LST)
68.35% of flights departing from Launceston Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Launceston Airport from central Launceston, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near LST. Whether you have an early flight from Launceston Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Launceston Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Drive into your next adventure with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore beyond Ho Chi Minh City's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Launceston Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Ho Chi Minh City in April.
Book your flight from Launceston Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to explore Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LST to SGN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòan is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Vietnam, head for Can Tho, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are key reasons to visit.
