Travelling from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
Approximately 3 hours 16 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Jakarta. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City.
With 68 direct flights a week between the two airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is the busiest route. VietJet Air operates the earliest flight at 13:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from CGK to SGN is with Vietnam Airlines at 14:40.
Your flight from Jakarta to SGN won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) leave from this terminal.
Vietnam Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport taking off from CGK.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Jakarta to SGN with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CGK and SGN include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The distance from central Jakarta to CGK is approximately 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SGN:
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 there on public transport will take you around 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Book a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport from ر.ق. 198 or travel return from just ر.ق. 433. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
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 Jakarta to SGN.
The cheapest month for tickets from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Ho Chi Minh City in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Jakarta to SGN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC. Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to Tan Son Nhat International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
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