Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is two hours ahead of Islamabad.
To ensure you get on your ISB to SGN flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ISB and SGN:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
$529 is the best price for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $965. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from ISB to SGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ISB to SGN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Islamabad International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
When it comes to Islamabad International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Islamabad International Airport from central Islamabad, it takes about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ISB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Book a hotel close to SGN if you're catching a late Islamabad International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car and explore parts of Ho Chi Minh City that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Dichung Car Hire.
Increase your likelihood of securing a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good move.
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 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Islamabad International 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.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Islamabad International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ISB to SGN around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam you should also see. Around 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a trip to Biên Hòa will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Can Tho is another well-known destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No journey is complete without dropping by Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
