Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 16 hours 20 minutes.
Ho Chi Minh City is 14 hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Every week, there are six San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, jump on the 21:10 Vietnam Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:50 with Vietnam Airlines.
Your SFO to SGN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Vietnam Airlines is your gateway to exploring Ho Chi Minh City (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Vietnam!). Browse the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport offered by this carrier.
Vietnam Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 73.53% of its services landing on schedule, Vietnam Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SFO to SGN flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and SGN include:
Hong Kong International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is R 7,015. A return plane ticket is currently R 12,867. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from SFO to SGN, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to SGN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SGN:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore Ho Chi Minh City and beyond.
Increase your chances of securing the best deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.
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 reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to explore Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO 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 explore other parts of Vietnam. Travel about 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its leading sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Can Tho is another standout destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No journey is complete without experiencing Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
