Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Ho Chi Minh City seven hours ahead of Dublin.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DUB and SGN include:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
Currently, $557 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,012. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from DUB to SGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Dublin Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from DUB to SGN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dublin Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dublin Airport, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Dublin Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to DUB? If you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dublin Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Start your adventure sooner with a Ho Chi Minh City Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dichung Car Rental to explore beyond Ho Chi Minh City's usual tourist stops.
Give yourself a better shot at scoring the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ho Chi Minh City Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
June is the busiest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Ho Chi Minh City in March.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Dublin Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to SGN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've done Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover other parts of Vietnam. Journey around 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its leading attractions. From Cat Tien National Park to Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà, your itinerary will be busy.
Can Tho is another essential stop in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No journey is complete without visiting Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.