Travelling from Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 2 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh are in the same timezone — UTC+7.
There are 104 flights from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport every week. Hop on the 06:50 flight if you want to leave as soon as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from PNH to SGN is 22:35.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines provide direct flights from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, so getting to Ho Chi Minh City (and then exploring more of Vietnam!) is easy. The most popular carriers flying between PNH and SGN include:
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between PNH and SGN:
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport
Da Nang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Vietnam. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before locking in your cheap ticket from PNH to SGN, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is $115. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $212. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flight tickets from PNH to SGN by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH)
Phnom Penh International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Phnom Penh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel near PNH? If you've booked an early flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City takes around 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 43 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Phnom Penh International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from PNH to SGN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
As soon as you've booked your flights from PNH to SGN, you'll want to find a hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. TMT Food Co, Ltd., Giáo xứ Bình Sơn and Công Ty Tnhh Quint Major Industrial Việt Nam are leading attractions which should be on every Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
Complete your Ho Chi Minh City trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Tan Son Nhat International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Ho Chi Minh City.
