Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is 14 hours ahead of Santa Ana and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SNA to SGN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Many passengers pass through San Francisco International Airport when flying between SNA and SGN.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is ج.م. 15,728. A return ticket is currently ج.م. 32,570. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SNA to SGN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from John Wayne Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SNA to SGN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from John Wayne Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.
81.53% of flights leaving John Wayne Airport land at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SNA.
Central Santa Ana to John Wayne Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SNA? If you're catching an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're coming in on a late John Wayne Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SGN:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore parts of Ho Chi Minh City that most tourists miss.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to central Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from John Wayne Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from John Wayne Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SNA to SGN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam you'll want to see. About 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a trip to Biên Hòa will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Vietnam, consider Can Tho, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are among the biggest draws.
