Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
2 hours 41 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Manila and operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
You can choose from 72 weekly flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. The 00:50 departure with Vietnam Airlines is the earliest flight you can take between MNL and SGN. Cebu Pacific Air operates the latest service of the day at 22:35 if early starts aren't your thing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You'll find a range of airlines providing direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Ho Chi Minh City adventure and explore this part of Vietnam, these top carriers fly the MNL to SGN route:
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between MNL and SGN:
Da Nang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Vietnam, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MNL to SGN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is P2,925. The cheapest price for a return flight is P7,039. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MNL to SGN by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Travelling from central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport takes around 1 hour and 16 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near MNL? If you've booked an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SGN:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 43 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with the temperature ranging between 23 ºC and 38 ºC. Lock in your flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to SGN in January if you like travelling in 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 a great place to stay. After booking your flight from MNL to SGN, check out our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. TMT Food Co, Ltd., Giáo xứ Bình Sơn and Công Ty Tnhh Quint Major Industrial Việt Nam are major attractions which should be on any good Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Complete your Ho Chi Minh City trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Tan Son Nhat International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Ho Chi Minh City.
