Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is 14 hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you catch your YVR to SGN flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is $524. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,010. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YVR to SGN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from YVR to SGN.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Vancouver International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Set your own pace with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore parts of Ho Chi Minh City that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your travel date.
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.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Ho Chi Minh City in April.
Book your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to go to Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to SGN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover more of Vietnam. Journey around 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 favourite stop in Vietnam. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
