Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is seven hours ahead of Cardiff and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CWL to SGN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is 452 €. A round-trip fare is currently 846 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from CWL to SGN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Of the flights that depart from Cardiff Airport, 66.16% touch down on time at their destination.
Cardiff Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Cardiff. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CWL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Book a hotel close to SGN if you have a late Cardiff Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Set your own pace with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore Ho Chi Minh City and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices usually increase closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Cardiff Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to go to Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CWL 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
You've done Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore other parts of Vietnam. Journey around 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to tick off its leading attractions. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Can Tho is another favourite 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, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
