Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, making Ho Chi Minh City 11 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IAD to SGN flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAD and SGN:
Incheon International Airport
Haneda Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is 385 €. A return ticket right now is 695 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAD to SGN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SGN if you have a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go beyond Ho Chi Minh City and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Increase the odds of scoring the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport several weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Ho Chi Minh City in April.
Before locking in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover other corners of Vietnam. Travel about 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to tick off its top sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Experience major highlights starting with Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
