Travelling from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) begins with finding the right airport to kick off your journey from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are your options in New York.
Ho Chi Minh City is 11 hours ahead of New York. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City, which follows the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from New York to SGN.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to SGN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to SGN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SGN if you have a late flight from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Central Ho Chi Minh City is around 5 kilometres from Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is Rs111,402. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs200,926. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to SGN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Ho Chi Minh City. July is when most people book flights from New York to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your New York to SGN flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from New York 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
Once you've booked your flight from New York to 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 see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Le Cochinchine Mekong River Cruise, War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Square are highlights which should be on any good Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover other parts of Vietnam. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to Can Tho to tick off its top sights. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Floating market TAN DUONG boat tour, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in Vietnam, head for La Gi, about 153 kilometres east of Ho Chi Minh City. Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and TP Homes Phan Thiết are among its highlights.
