Flying from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport (BWN) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Ho Chi Minh City is one hour behind Bandar Seri Begawan and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
You can choose from three weekly Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flights. The 12:20 departure with Royal Brunei Airlines is the earliest available. Royal Brunei Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:50.
Leave plenty of time to make your BWN to SGN flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Royal Brunei offers direct flights from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Ho Chi Minh City — and maybe even more of Vietnam if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Royal Brunei on this route.
With a reliable 88.46% of services landing on schedule, Royal Brunei has the best on-time performance for BWN to SGN flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BWN and SGN:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport (BWN) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
128 € is the best price for a one-way Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. A return flight starts at 213 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from BWN to SGN, reserve your journey four months before your departure.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Bandar Seri Begawan Airport (BWN)
80% of flights leaving Bandar Seri Begawan Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of BWN.
Bandar Seri Begawan Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Bandar Seri Begawan. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near BWN:
Arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
If you're coming in on a late Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SGN:
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Boost your chances of securing a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ho Chi Minh City Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.
Getting from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BWN to SGN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam you'll want to see. Around 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a trip to Biên Hòa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Cat Tien National Park, Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà.
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, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
