Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 8 hours 40 minutes.
Sydney is four hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Take your pick of 23 weekly Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. The 19:30 departure with VietJet Air is the earliest available. Jetstar operates the last service of the day at 22:40.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your SGN to SYD flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. When you're ready to start your Sydney adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Australia:
Jetstar is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 76.92% of services landing as planned, Jetstar is the most punctual carrier offering SGN to SYD flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SGN and SYD:
Changi International Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is Rs30,215. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs60,019. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SGN to SYD.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Of all flights leaving Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 66.42% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to SGN:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider booking a hotel close to SYD if you're on a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SGN to SYD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Sydney, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Newcastle is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without seeing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.
