Travelling from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is 13 hours behind Ho Chi Minh City, where Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your SGN to Mexico City flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from SGN to Mexico City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
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. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a hotel close to SGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the flights that depart from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 61% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Mexico City
Rs141,959 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs301,498. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from SGN to Mexico City, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across the month and walk away with an epic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SGN to Mexico City by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from SGN to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Mexico City. Following your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours.
Unpack and relax not long after your SGN to Mexico City flight at Verticca Hotel. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from NLU.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from NLU one week in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
November is the quietest month for flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Mexico City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SGN to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Mexico City, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are top attractions which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kilometres southeast of Mexico City. Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla are key highlights.
