Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Beijing: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing.
Beijing is one hour ahead of Ho Chi Minh City, where Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located. Beijing observes the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route is from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Daxing International Airport (PKX). Choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. Vietnam Airlines offers a 00:45 departure between SGN and PKX.
To avoid rushing for your SGN to Beijing flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Direct Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll be touching down.
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SGN to Beijing with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
SGN is about 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near SGN? If you've booked an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tan Son Nhat International Airport, data shows 66.42% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Beijing
$125 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing flight. A return ticket right now is $259. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SGN to Beijing. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore corners of Beijing that aren't on a typical itinerary. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Improve your chances of snagging the best deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from SGN to Beijing is a good idea.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SGN to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
Plan your trip to Beijing during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SGN to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Beijing itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another sought-after destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without seeing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
