Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Ho Chi Minh City two hours behind Osaka.
Take your pick of 23 weekly Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with VietJet Air is the earliest flight available. Vietnam Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 10:30.
Leave enough time to catch your KIX to SGN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Ho Chi Minh City (and then exploring more of Vietnam!) is a breeze with VietJet Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with VietJet Air on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for KIX to SGN flights is Vietnam Airlines.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KIX and SGN:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Fukuoka Airport
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is 97 €. A return ticket right now is 189 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KIX to SGN.
The cheapest month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
KIX's address is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
67.95% of flights that depart Kansai International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Osaka to Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near KIX. Whether you have an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Venture beyond Ho Chi Minh City and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
To get the best possible deal, book your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ho Chi Minh City. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Kansai International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KIX to SGN around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover more of Vietnam. Journey about 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its top sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Can Tho is another must-experience 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.
