Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is seven hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Your LGW to SGN flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LGW and SGN include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
At the moment, 275 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 388 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to SGN if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels 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 landing late on a London Gatwick Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Stay at 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 most visitors tend to miss. Find your perfect set of wheels with Dichung Car Hire.
Book your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport several weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to central Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Ho Chi Minh City in April.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick 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).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòan is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another essential stop in Vietnam. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
