Flying from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) flying out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is 12 hours ahead of Chicago. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chicago to SGN.
With more people on the move during busy months like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Chicago to SGN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is approximately 40 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Chicago Midway International Airport and SGN:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 21 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chicago to SGN, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel near SGN if you have a late flight from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 17 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, R 8,121 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just R 14,913. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from Chicago to SGN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
April is the quietest time to travel to Ho Chi Minh City. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Ho Chi Minh City. March is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Chicago to SGN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 21ºC and 34ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
Start your Ho Chi Minh City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. TMT Food Co, Ltd., Giáo xứ Bình Sơn and Công Ty Tnhh Quint Major Industrial Việt Nam are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
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