Traveling from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
Around 8 hours 35 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight.
Ho Chi Minh City is four hours behind Melbourne. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City, which is in the UTC+7 timezone.
The busiest route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), with 15 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from MEL to SGN is the 12:30am VietJet Air service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 4:40pm with Jetstar.
Your flight from Melbourne to SGN won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) depart from this terminal.
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport departing MEL include:
Vietnam Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from MEL to SGN.
Among carriers operating on this route, Vietnam Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to SGN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Break up your flight from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport with a stop at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). A main stopover between Avalon Airport and SGN, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to AVV from the center of Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometers or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to SGN flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down right on cue.
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider booking a hotel close to SGN if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to central Ho Chi Minh City is around 5 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Currently, $154 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $275. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to SGN. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Melbourne to SGN.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Visit Ho Chi Minh City in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Melbourne to SGN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ho Chi Minh City:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Le Cochinchine Mekong River Cruise, War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Square are leading attractions which should be on any good Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've done Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover more of Vietnam. Journey about 129 kilometers south-west to Can Tho to tick off its leading sights. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Floating market TAN DUONG boat tour, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 153 kilometers east of Ho Chi Minh City, La Gi is another favorite stop in Vietnam. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Wonderland Water Park Phan Thiet, Bikini Beach - Công viên Bãi biển and TP Homes Phan Thiết.
