Travelling from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok.
Ho Chi Minh City (the location of Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport) and Bangkok follow the same timezone — UTC+7.
With 75 weekly flights between the two airports, Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. VietJet Air operates the earliest flight at 08:35. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from SGN to BKK is with Thai Airways International at 20:10.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your SGN to Bangkok flight.
During popular months like February, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Direct Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok tickets are available for booking. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is where you'll step off the plane.
Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok are offered by a good range of airlines. Fly with any of these:
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SGN to Bangkok with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
SGN is about 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a hotel close to SGN? If you're catching an early flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport's on-time performance, 61% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Bangkok
Rs17,250 is currently the best price for a one-way Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok flight. Return plane tickets start from Rs36,229. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SGN to Bangkok if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices across the month and bag an epic deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from SGN to Bangkok.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 24 kilometres from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
The journey will take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SGN to Bangkok flight:
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
February is the most popular month for flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok. To skip the crowds, visit Bangkok in May.
Book a Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SGN to Bangkok in January when temperatures average between 19ºC and 34ºC.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bangkok right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bangkok:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace and Songkran Festival Silom are must-visits when exploring Bangkok.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Travel about 467 kilometres northeast to Udon Thani to check off its top sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, your itinerary will be busy.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres northeast of Bangkok. No trip is complete without a visit to Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That.



















