Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 11 hours behind Ho Chi Minh City, where Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from SGN to New York, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from SGN to New York with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
You will need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Vietnam and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to New York, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
The journey from central Ho Chi Minh City to SGN takes approximately 43 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near SGN? If you've booked an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to New York, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to New York
ج.م. 20,456 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 46,094. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SGN to New York, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Once your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to New York has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 48 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near JFK. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from SGN to New York at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to New York. August is the busiest month for a trip to New York. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to New York for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from SGN to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to New York:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are must-do's during your New York adventure.
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