Travelling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is 11 hours ahead of New York and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LGA to SGN flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is $771. A return plane ticket is currently $1,413. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGA to SGN if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from LaGuardia Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
80.0% of flights leaving LaGuardia Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LGA.
To get to LaGuardia Airport from central New York, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Have an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LGA:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late LaGuardia Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport several weeks in advance. Rates typically rise as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGA to SGN in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 34ºC then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam you'll want to see. Around 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a trip to Biên Hòa will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Can Tho is another sought-after destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No trip is complete without visiting Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.