Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is three hours ahead of Abu Dhabi and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Your AUH to SGN flight won't wait if you're running 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.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AUH and SGN:
Hamad International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
At the moment, RM862 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,044. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AUH to SGN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AUH to SGN.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Of the departures from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to AUH:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Go beyond Ho Chi Minh City and explore places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your date of travel.
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 by car.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ho Chi Minh City. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to SGN in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòan is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Vietnam, consider Can Tho, about 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are key reasons to visit.
