Flying from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Istanbul Airport (IST) is Istanbul's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) departing from here.
10 hours 10 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is four hours ahead of Istanbul. Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City.
Choose from 8 direct services a week between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). This is the busiest route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 2:05am departure from IST to SGN.
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 with enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to SGN.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) departing from Istanbul Airport (IST).
When taking off from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Turkish Airlines sees the most traveler bookings for flights from IST to SGN.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to SGN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Airport (IST). Take a break from traveling at one of these popular airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
IST is around 40 kilometers from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and SGN are:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
SAW is around 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to SGN flight:
68% of flights out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near SGN and hit the pillow fast:
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. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
At the moment, AED 1,110 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,126. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to SGN, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to SGN plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Ho Chi Minh City right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Ho Chi Minh City when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at War Remnants Museum followed by Saigon Opera House and Notre Dame Square.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover more of Vietnam. Journey around 129 kilometers southwest to Can Tho to check off its must-visit sights. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Vietnam, head for La Gi, roughly 153 kilometers east of Ho Chi Minh City. Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and Bikini Beach are key highlights.
