Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is seven hours ahead of Birmingham and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BHX to SGN flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BHX and SGN include:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is P19,143. A return fare right now is P37,962. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BHX to SGN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from BHX to SGN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of the flights that depart from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SGN:
Go beyond Ho Chi Minh City and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Increase your chances of getting the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a wise move.
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 get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International 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 (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BHX to SGN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòan is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be discovered once you've seen Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If you're looking to explore another major stop 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 among its highlights.
