Travelling from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN).
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to SGN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to SGN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is approximately 32 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Van Nuys Airport:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can reach VNY from central Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Los Angeles to SGN? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SGN:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport from $649 or travel return from just $1,166. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To score cheap tickets from Los Angeles to SGN, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Ho Chi Minh City in April when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles to SGN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC on average.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Ho Chi Minh City right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Tan Son Nhat International Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Ho Chi Minh City is to visit its top attractions. Highlights include TMT Food Co, Ltd., Giáo xứ Bình Sơn and Công Ty Tnhh Quint Major Industrial Việt Nam.
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