Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is seven hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Your STN to SGN flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Stansted Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the STN to SGN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
$516 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,106. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from STN to SGN, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Stansted Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, 64.73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Stansted Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near STN:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Stansted Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Venture beyond Ho Chi Minh City and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Give yourself a better shot at getting a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Stansted Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STN to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've seen Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover other parts of Vietnam. Travel about 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to tick off its popular sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another essential stop in Vietnam. Start your sightseeing at Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.