Question 1

How do I get from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City city center?

Accepted Answer

Public bus 109 runs from the airport to District 1 (city center) for under VND 20,000 (~$0.80 USD), taking about 45 minutes. Bus 152 also goes to Ben Thanh Market. Grab ride-hailing costs VND 120,000-250,000 (~$5-10 USD) and takes 15-30 minutes. Metered taxis cost about VND 150,000-170,000 (~$6-7 USD) plus a VND 10,000 airport surcharge. The airport is only 6 km from the center.

Question 2

Does Tan Son Nhat International Airport have free Wi-Fi and lounges?

Accepted Answer

Free Wi-Fi is available in both domestic and international terminals. Lounges are available with Priority Pass access and pay-per-visit options. The international terminal has more dining and duty-free shopping than the domestic terminal. Currency exchange services and SIM card vendors are available in the arrivals hall.

Question 3

What are the parking options and rates at SGN Airport?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available at both terminals with rates starting at VND 20,000-40,000/hour for cars. Daily rates are around VND 200,000-300,000. The airport has limited parking capacity, and lots fill up quickly during peak travel periods, so arriving early or using ride-hailing is recommended.

Question 4

How early should I arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport before my flight?

Accepted Answer

Arrive 3 hours before international flights and 2 hours before domestic flights. Tan Son Nhat is one of the busiest airports in Southeast Asia relative to its capacity, and congestion is common. Immigration queues for international arrivals can take 30-60 minutes. A major airport expansion and a new Long Thanh International Airport are under construction to ease congestion.

Question 5

What is the current delay status at SGN Airport?

Accepted Answer

Check the live delay index above for real-time delay statistics at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, including the percentage of delayed flights and average delay times. Download byAir for push notifications on flight status changes.

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