Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is 5 hours behind Ho Chi Minh City, where Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located. Johannesburg operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from SGN to Johannesburg, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SGN to Johannesburg. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You'll need an embassy visa for South Africa if you hold a passport from Vietnam and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
Located around 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City, SGN can be reached in approximately 17 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SGN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Johannesburg
C$512 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,102. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SGN to Johannesburg if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is approximately 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from SGN to Johannesburg:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Johannesburg, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from SGN to Johannesburg in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Johannesburg right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are a couple of top attractions to add to your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Johannesburg Zoo.
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