Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of Lisbon.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LIS to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LIS and SGN:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
₹ 33,711 is the best price for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 68,862. These fares can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from LIS to SGN, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, 64.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Lisbon Portela Airport from central Lisbon, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LIS:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Consider staying in a hotel near SGN if you're catching a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car and explore parts of Ho Chi Minh City that aren't on a typical itinerary. Browse the options available from Dichung Car Hire.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Ho Chi Minh City in April.
When booking your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to SGN in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 34ºC then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam you'll want to see. Around 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a trip to Biên Hòa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Vietnam, consider Can Tho, about 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are key reasons to visit.
