Flying from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Ho Chi Minh City one hour behind Ulaanbaatar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your UBN to SGN flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is 174 €. A round-trip fare right now is 422 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from UBN to SGN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from UBN to SGN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBN)
Ulaanbaatar International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 87.08% of flights that take off from UBN reach their destination without delay.
Ulaanbaatar International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Ulaanbaatar. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
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Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
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Give yourself a better shot at securing the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good move.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Ulaanbaatar International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from UBN to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam just waiting to be explored. About 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a visit to Biên Hòa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If you're interested in discovering another side of 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 highlights.
