Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between CPT and SGN:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from CPT to SGN, check whether you need a visa to enter Vietnam. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
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 a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a handy hotel close to CPT? If you're on an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
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Start your Ho Chi Minh City trip right by finding the perfect stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from CPT to SGN, browse our range of accommodation options including:
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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. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
It takes roughly 43 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Complete your Ho Chi Minh City trip with hotels and a car rental
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How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is $645. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,223. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find flight tickets from CPT to SGN, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting flight tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23 ºC and 38 ºC. Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 21 ºC and 34 ºC. Look for flight tickets from CPT to SGN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
