Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 8 hours 38 minutes. Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney 4 hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City.
There are 23 flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport every week. Choose the 10:15 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before heading off, the latest flight from SGN to SYD is at 22:40.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Vietnam Airlines is your gateway to exploring Sydney (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Australia!). Look through the direct flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport offered by this airline.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the SGN - SYD route are:
Changi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Australia, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SGN to SYD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is R 2,300. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,042. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from SGN to SYD by booking at least 4 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
December is the cheapest month for tickets from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, Tan Son Nhat International Airport can be reached in about 17 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 43 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your trip? Stay near SGN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Book a hotel close to SYD if you're on a late flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 27 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sydney in April.
Lock in your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to go to Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SGN to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
More about Sydney
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in Sydney right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from SGN to SYD:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Winston Hills Lions Park, Rumsey Rose Garden and Westmead Hospital: Emergency Room are popular attractions which should be on every Sydney itinerary.
Complete your Sydney trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Sydney trip.
