Travelling from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Beijing has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
5 hours 14 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Beijing. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
With 12 direct flights a week between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 20:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from PEK to SGN is with Air China at 21:00.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to SGN, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) can be booked from this terminal.
Air China is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport leaving from PEK.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Beijing to SGN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) offers direct flights from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
From PKX, direct flights from Beijing to SGN are offered by Air China.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Daxing International Airport:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Driving from central Beijing to PKX usually takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Beijing to SGN, take things easy in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Reserve a hotel close to SGN if you're catching a late flight from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 17 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 43 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Book a one-way ticket from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport from RM399 or travel return from just RM768. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's a good idea to book 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Beijing to SGN then.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport by travelling in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Ho Chi Minh City in April when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Ho Chi Minh City. The warmest month is March. Book your flights from Beijing to SGN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 34ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
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When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Ho Chi Minh City right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Tan Son Nhat International Airport:
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