Traveling from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh City share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from CGK to SGN start from 13:30 — the first with VietJet Air. The last departure is at 14:40 with Vietnam Airlines. In total, you can choose from 68 weekly Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your CGK to SGN flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Traveling to Ho Chi Minh City (and then exploring more of Vietnam!) is a snap with VietJet Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is VietJet Air.
Vietnam Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates CGK to SGN flights, with 73.77% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CGK and SGN:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is AED 256. A return ticket right now is AED 537. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from CGK to SGN, book your journey six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CGK to SGN.
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Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Of the flights that depart from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Jakarta to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near CGK? If you've booked an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Grab a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car and explore corners of Ho Chi Minh City that aren't on every traveler's list. Find your perfect set of wheels with Dichung Car Rental.
Book your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometers from the center of Ho Chi Minh City. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ho Chi Minh City. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CGK to SGN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've seen Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore other corners of Vietnam. Travel about 26 kilometers north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its leading sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Can Tho is another sought-after destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometers south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No trip is complete without experiencing Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
