Travelling from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, Vancouver is 15 hours behind Ho Chi Minh City.
Allow plenty of time to get on your SGN to Vancouver flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SGN to Vancouver with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
SGN is about 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SGN:
When it comes to Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport's on-time performance, 61% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Vancouver
The best price we've found for a one-way Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver flight is 364 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 643 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SGN to Vancouver. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap flight from SGN to Vancouver is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your flight from SGN to Vancouver can help you get the lowest rate.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
After your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 10 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SGN to Vancouver flight:
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from CXH ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver and head straight for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Vancouver is around 72 kilometres from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) and usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach by car.
If you use public transport, the journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel near YXX. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your SGN to Vancouver flight:
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Vancouver
January is the quietest month for flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SGN to Vancouver in February when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Vancouver, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Downtown Vancouver are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
Kamloops is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres northeast of Vancouver. No trip is complete without a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral, Riverside Park and Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park.