Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.
New Delhi is one hour 30 minutes behind Ho Chi Minh City and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Flights from SGN to DEL start at 18:10 — the first with Vietnam Airlines. The last departure is at 20:55 with Air India. Overall, you can take your pick of 41 weekly Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your SGN to DEL flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, so jetting to New Delhi (and then visiting more of India!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air India.
With 78.69% of services landing as planned, Air India is the most punctual carrier operating SGN to DEL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SGN and DEL:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Rs24,051 is the best price for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs53,489. These fares can change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from SGN to DEL by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Of the departures from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 66.42% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SGN:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Consider booking a hotel close to DEL if you're catching a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and discover New Delhi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to the centre of New Delhi has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to New Delhi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SGN to DEL in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of New Delhi. Around 3 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
If you want to check out another corner of India, head for Kanpur, about 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church are among its highlights.
