Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is four hours ahead of Istanbul.
Flights from IST to SGN start at 02:10 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 02:45 with Turkish Airlines. In total, there are ten weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Getting to Ho Chi Minh City (and then discovering more of Vietnam!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IST and SGN include:
San Francisco International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Right now, 204 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 472 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to SGN.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding cheap flights from IST to SGN is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Grab a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car and explore corners of Ho Chi Minh City that are off the usual tourist route. Book your wheels with Dichung Car Hire.
Book your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a few weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ho Chi Minh City. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to SGN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore more of Vietnam. Journey around 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its top sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, your itinerary will be busy.
Can Tho is another sought-after destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No journey is complete without seeing Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
