Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 8 hours 41 minutes. Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, making Ho Chi Minh City 4 hours behind Sydney.
For the earliest departure, hop on the 10:15 flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you'd like to jet off later, the latest flight departs at 22:40. With 70 flights each week from SYD to SGN, you can select the timing that works best for you.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Vietnam Airlines runs direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Ho Chi Minh City — and maybe even more of Vietnam if you have time.
To break up your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the SYD - SGN route include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Changi International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Vietnam, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SYD to SGN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is ج.م. 6,634. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 12,779. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from SYD to SGN.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 27 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SGN:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to central Ho Chi Minh City is about 17 minutes in a car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 43 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Ho Chi Minh City in April.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to visit Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23 ºC and 38 ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from SYD to SGN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21 ºC and 34 ºC on average.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
Start your Ho Chi Minh City trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from SYD to SGN, explore our range of hotel options including:
TMT Food Co, Ltd. And Giáo xứ Bình Sơn are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Ho Chi Minh City itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Công Ty Tnhh Quint Major Industrial Việt Nam.
Complete your Ho Chi Minh City trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Ho Chi Minh City stay.
