Flying from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City. The city follows the UTC+7 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Chicago to SGN.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Add a stopover to your journey at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) out of Chicago Midway International Airport.
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to SGN flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations within the expected time frame. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SGN:
Getting from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. How long it takes to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is $654. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,209. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to SGN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
February is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Visit Ho Chi Minh City in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Chicago to SGN plane ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
More about Ho Chi Minh City
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ho Chi Minh City:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. War Remnants Museum, Saigon Opera House and Notre Dame Square are essential stops on your Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres southwest of Ho Chi Minh City, a visit to Can Tho will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ho Chi Minh City, La Gi is another favourite stop in Vietnam. No visit is complete without checking out Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and Bikini Beach.
