Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is three hours ahead of Dubai.
Every week, there are 15 Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, jump on the 04:00 Emirates flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 09:45 with Emirates.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your DXB to SGN flight.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Emirates is your ticket to exploring Ho Chi Minh City (and perhaps some other great corners of Vietnam!). Browse the direct flights from Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Emirates.
The most punctual carrier operating DXB to SGN flights is Emirates. Its services arrive as planned 74.19% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DXB and SGN include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
At the moment, ر.ق. 706 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 1,497. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to SGN.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from DXB to SGN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Book a hotel close to SGN if you're taking a late Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Ho Chi Minh City and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Reserve your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport a few weeks before your departure to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DXB to SGN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've done Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to explore more of Vietnam. Travel about 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to tick off its leading sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another essential stop in Vietnam. Start your sightseeing at Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
