Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Cologne is UTC+1, which is six hours behind Ho Chi Minh City.
Your SGN to CGN flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SGN and CGN:
London Heathrow Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
At the moment, $971 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $2,421. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SGN to CGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SGN to CGN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Of all flights departing from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 66.42% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Tan Son Nhat International Airport from central Ho Chi Minh City, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SGN:
Arriving at Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
If you're arriving on a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near CGN:
Grab a Cologne Bonn Airport rental car and explore Cologne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Cologne Bonn Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to central Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport to the centre of Cologne has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Cologne. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cologne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SGN to CGN in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Cologne, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel about 483 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
