Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport
General information
Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport is Vietnam’s busiest airport with about 40 million passengers per year. The IATA airport code SGN is an abbreviation for Saigon, the city’s former name. The majority of the flights at the airport are operated by Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, Pacific Airlines and Bamboo Airways. They offer cheap flights to many destinations in Vietnam, like the capital Hanoi.
Location
Where is Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport situated?
The airport of Vietnam’s largest city is located just northwest of the city centre. The centre of Ho Chi Minh City is formed by Da Kao, Ben Nghe, Ben Thanh and Pham Ngu Lao, these wards are part of District 1 (Quận 1).
How many terminals does Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport have?
The airport has two terminals, namely T1 / Domestic Terminal and T2 / International Terminal. Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport’s terminals are interconnected. If everything goes according to plan, the new Terminal 3 will open in 2024 with a capacity of 20 million passengers per year. Despite the airport expansion plans, growth opportunities are limited, due to the location in the middle of the city. For this reason, a new airport, called Long Thanh International Airport, is being built 40 kilometres / 25 miles east of Ho Chi Minh City. The opening is scheduled for 2025.
Airport Map
Transportation
Car
The distance from Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City is 8 kilometres. By car, it takes 35 minutes to get to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City.
From SGN Airport to Ho Chi Minh City City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport by public transport. Visit the Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City is about ₫ 160.-. Book your taxi at Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From SGN Airport to Ho Chi Minh City City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
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Flights
Departures and arrivals
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Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Vietnam Airlines
- VietJet Air
- Jetstar Pacific
- Qatar Airways
- Air France
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
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Căn hộ Orchard Parkview - Tan Son Nhat Airport Homestay, Ho Chi Minh City
Located 3.8 km from Tan Dinh Market, Căn hộ Orchard Parkview - Tan Son Nhat Airport Homestay provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.
Hotels in Ho Chi Minh City
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Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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