Flying from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
London's main base, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
Around 12 hours 20 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of London. Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). You can choose from 2 direct services each week. Vietnam Airlines operates a 11am departure between LHR and SGN.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to SGN, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) depart from this terminal.
Vietnam Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport taking off from LHR.
Vietnam Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for flights from LHR to SGN.
With a reliable 87.5% of services arriving as planned, Vietnam Airlines is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from London to SGN with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LHR and SGN include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Traveling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and SGN include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SGN flight:
The majority of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a handful of days, a stopover can make your journey feel a bit less hectic. When jetting out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) with a stop at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
The journey time to STN from central London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometers or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, STN is a dependable starting point for your journey.
About Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Getting from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is roughly 5 kilometers from central Ho Chi Minh City. The time it takes to get there in a car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
AED 1,274 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport. A return flight starts from AED 1,860. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book eight months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to SGN.
Plan your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
December is the quietest month for flights from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your London to SGN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
More about Ho Chi Minh City
After booking your flight from London to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ho Chi Minh City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. War Remnants Museum, Saigon Opera House and Notre Dame Square are highlights which should feature on any good Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
Can Tho is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ho Chi Minh City. Around 129 kilometers away to the southwest, its best attractions include Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
Around 153 kilometers east of Ho Chi Minh City, La Gi is another essential stop in Vietnam. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and Bikini Beach.
