Travelling from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are the main airports in Nairobi.
Ho Chi Minh City is four hours ahead of Nairobi. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Nairobi to SGN.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to SGN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
NBO is about 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can get to WIL from central Nairobi in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Nairobi to SGN flight, stay in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:
About 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 flight from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Central Ho Chi Minh City is about 5 kilometres from Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Right now, $550 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,239. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to SGN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Nairobi to SGN.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). July is the peak month for travel to Ho Chi Minh City. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in April.
Lock in a Nairobi to SGN flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
Start your Ho Chi Minh City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Le Cochinchine Mekong River Cruise and War Remnants Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Ho Chi Minh City travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Notre Dame Square.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've done Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore more of Vietnam. Travel around 129 kilometres south-west to Can Tho to tick off its top attractions. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Floating market TAN DUONG boat tour, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ho Chi Minh City, La Gi is another favourite stop in Vietnam. No visit is complete without checking out Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and TP Homes Phan Thiết.
