Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is 11 hours ahead of Detroit.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DTW to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DTW and SGN:
Haneda Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Currently, $610 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,754. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DTW to SGN if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DTW to SGN.
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Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near DTW. Whether you have an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel near SGN if you're catching a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore Ho Chi Minh City and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
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 has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DTW to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've done Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore more of Vietnam. Travel around 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its leading attractions. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Can Tho is another favourite destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No trip is complete without dropping by Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
