Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
London is seven hours behind Ho Chi Minh City and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Every week, there are five Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. To take off early, go for the 00:05 Vietnam Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 09:35 with Vietnam Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SGN to LHR flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to London (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is a snap with Vietnam Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Vietnam Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating SGN to LHR flights, Vietnam Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SGN and LHR:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hamad International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Rs85,413 is the lowest price for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs179,647. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from SGN to LHR, book your trip six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
66.42% of flights leaving from Tan Son Nhat International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Tan Son Nhat International Airport from central Ho Chi Minh City, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SGN:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're getting in on a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SGN to LHR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
