Traveling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo is one hour 30 minutes behind Ho Chi Minh City and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your SGN to CMB flight.
Traveling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SGN and CMB:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Right now, $73 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $258. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SGN to CMB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SGN to CMB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Of all flights leaving Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 66.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 5 kilometers from central Ho Chi Minh City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SGN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're coming in on a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CMB:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers from central Colombo. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Colombo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SGN to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. About 18 kilometers south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Around 306 kilometers north of Colombo, Jaffna is another favorite stop in Sri Lanka. Start your sightseeing at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
