Flying from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
The average time for a direct Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is 8 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Melbourne. Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Jetstar at 4:40pm. Opt for the first MEL to SGN departure operated by VietJet Air at 12:30am if you'd rather not wait around.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to SGN.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Get there in one go from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Direct flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) can be booked from here.
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport departing from MEL. Reserve your trip with one of these:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with VietJet Air from MEL to SGN.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Vietnam Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to SGN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
63% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). It's a key transfer point for flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) leaving Avalon Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to SGN flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Avalon Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
About Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SGN:
Getting from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Rs47,306 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Return flights start from Rs84,907. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to SGN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
February is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Visit Ho Chi Minh City in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Melbourne to SGN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 34ºC.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ho Chi Minh City:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. War Remnants Museum, Saigon Opera House and Notre Dame Square are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
Can Tho is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be discovered once you've seen Ho Chi Minh City. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, popular attractions include Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
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 Bikini Beach.
