Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Gold Coast is three hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SGN to OOL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SGN and OOL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Ngurah Rai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
$243 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. A return flight starts at $474. These fares can change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from SGN to OOL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gold Coast Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
When it comes to Tan Son Nhat International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.42% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Tan Son Nhat International Airport from central Ho Chi Minh City, it takes around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SGN:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Consider booking a hotel near OOL if you have a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Gold Coast Airport rental car and explore Gold Coast and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, ocr and Alpha Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Gold Coast Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport to the centre of Gold Coast has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Gold Coast. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gold Coast Airport for January if you want to visit Gold Coast during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SGN to OOL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Gold Coast, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel about 72 kilometres north-west to Brisbane to check off its must-visit sights. From South Bank Parklands to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge, your itinerary will be busy.
Toowoomba is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast. No trip is complete without visiting Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.