Travelling from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Osaka: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 40 minutes.
Osaka is two hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City, where Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located. Osaka runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
The most popular route is from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Kansai International Airport (KIX). Choose from 14 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SGN to KIX is the 00:10 Vietnam Airlines option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 01:50 with Vietnam Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SGN to Osaka flight.
Flying during a popular month such as February? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka tickets are available for booking. Kansai International Airport (KIX) will be your arrival point.
VietJet Air is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SGN to Osaka with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
The journey from central Ho Chi Minh City to SGN takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SGN:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 61% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Osaka
The best price we've found for a one-way Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka flight is Rs44,524. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs103,872. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SGN to Osaka if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across each month and snap up an epic deal.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Give yourself a better shot at scoring a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from SGN to Osaka is a wise move.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. Once you've disembarked your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 35 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near ITM. Settle in and get cosy after your SGN to Osaka flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Typically, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from ITM once you know your travel dates.
Osaka Itami International Airport can be found at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka has landed. Central Osaka is around 32 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and takes roughly 40 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
The journey takes roughly 50 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel close to UKB. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your SGN to Osaka flight:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka is smart. As well as better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at UKB.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka. April is the busiest month to visit Osaka. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
When booking your Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SGN to Osaka in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Osaka, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are major attractions which should be on every Osaka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Osaka. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Tokyo Skytree, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street.
If there's time to check out another corner of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres northeast of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are the start of reasons to visit.