Travelling from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main departure points in Paris.
Approximately 12 hours 27 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Ho Chi Minh City is 6 hours ahead of Paris. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
The busiest route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), with 9 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to SGN is the 12:40 Air France service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 13:50 with Air France.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Paris to SGN.
Popular months like June or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Take off and land with no stops from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Direct flights from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) are available from here.
Vietnam Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport jetting out of CDG.
We make it simple to find a flight from Paris to SGN with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CDG and SGN include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The distance from central Paris to CDG is about 27 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Have an early flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) operates direct flights from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
Get on your direct flight from Paris to SGN with Vietnam Airlines. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of ORY.
Split up your flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and SGN include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
ORY is about 19 kilometres from central Paris. It takes 34 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 57 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Paris to SGN? Relax in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris 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
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.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is RM1,286. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,482. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Paris to SGN.
To get the best deal on your tickets from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' search function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Paris to SGN.
Customise your journey using filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Ho Chi Minh City. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Ho Chi Minh City. The warmest month is March. Lock in your flights from Paris to SGN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 34ºC.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
After locking in your flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ho Chi Minh City:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. TMT Food Co, Ltd., Giáo xứ Bình Sơn and Công Ty Tnhh Quint Major Industrial Việt Nam are essential stops on your Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Complete your Ho Chi Minh City trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Paris to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Ho Chi Minh City. Browse the deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
