Flying from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Every week, there are 14 Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 09:35 VietJet Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 10:50 with Vietnam Airlines.
To ensure you catch your SGN to CGK flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Vietnam Airlines offers direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Jakarta — and maybe even more of Indonesia if you have time.
Vietnam Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Vietnam Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SGN to CGK flights. An exceptional 86.89% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SGN and CGK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flight is Rs23,870. A round-trip fare is currently Rs45,085. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from SGN to CGK by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
When it comes to Ho Chi Minh City Airport's on-time performance, 61% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Ho Chi Minh City Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SGN? If you're catching an early flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
If you have a late Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Hit the road running by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Jakarta and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Central Jakarta is roughly 19 kilometres from Soekarno-Hatta Airport. Travel time by car will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Jakarta in March.
When booking your flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SGN to CGK in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Gedung Merdeka, Museum Gedung Sate and Masjid Agung Bandung.
Time for another stop? Make your way to Bekasi. It's around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta and boasts highlights like Hutan Kota Bekasi.
