Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Taipei: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei.
Taipei is one hour ahead of Ho Chi Minh City, where Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located. Taipei observes the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route is from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Take your pick of 66 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SGN to TPE is the 00:15 VietJet Air option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 18:25 with Starlux Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your SGN to Taipei flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei ticket. Begin your trip at SGN and end it at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Multiple airlines operate direct flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei. The most well-known include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from SGN to Taipei. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, SGN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to SGN? If you're catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 66.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Taipei
ر.ق. 228 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei flight. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 448. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SGN to Taipei.
The best month for picking up cheap Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and explore beyond Taipei's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from SGN to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. Following your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SGN to Taipei flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Before you book your flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Taipei offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SGN to Taipei in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are top sights which should be on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a visit to T'ai-chung-shih will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Tainan is another favourite destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No trip is complete without a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.
