Traveling from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Explore your options for leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Ho Chi Minh City is 11 hours ahead of Washington DC. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to SGN.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during vacation periods like summer and spring break.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Whether you'd prefer to explore a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a stop you can make during your flight from Washington DC to SGN.
The distance from central Washington DC to DCA is around 5 miles. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Washington Dulles International Airport and SGN:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 3 hours and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 35 miles away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 51 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Washington DC to SGN? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SGN if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 3 miles from the center of Ho Chi Minh City. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 17 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
$434 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Return flights start from $877. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to get cheap tickets from Washington DC to SGN. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy more options for flight times and travel dates.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport across the entire month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to find a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Ho Chi Minh City. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Washington DC to SGN for March if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City to range from 73ºF to 100ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in January when temperatures average between 70ºF and 93ºF.
More about Ho Chi Minh City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ho Chi Minh City right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. TMT Food Co, Ltd., Giáo xứ Bình Sơn and Công Ty Tnhh Quint Major Industrial Việt Nam are must-do's during your Ho Chi Minh City adventure.
Complete your Ho Chi Minh City trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Washington DC to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Ho Chi Minh City. Check out the offers and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
