Cheap flight tickets from Kota Kinabalu to Ho Chi Minh City

Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know

• The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kota Kinabalu.

• Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BKI to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

• You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

• We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BKI and SGN include:

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

  • Changi International Airport

  • Penang International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

• At the moment, RM180 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM383. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

• To score cheap tickets from BKI to SGN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

• Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.

• You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BKI to SGN.

• Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

• When it comes to the on-time performance of Kota Kinabalu International Airport, data shows 73.51% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

• Kota Kinabalu International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

• Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BKI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

  • The Pacific Sutera Hotel

  • SPOT ON 89858 Rebecca's Homes

Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

• Book a hotel close to SGN if you're on a late Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • THANH TAI Hotel 1

  • La Vela Saigon Hotel

  • Ibis Saigon Airport

• Start your adventure the moment you land with a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore Ho Chi Minh City and beyond.

• To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.

Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City

• Tan Son Nhat International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

• If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.

When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

• July is the most popular month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Ho Chi Minh City in April.

• The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

• If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKI to SGN in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.

Explore more of Vietnam

• You've done Ho Chi Minh City, now it's time to discover other parts of Vietnam. Travel around 26 kilometres north-east to Biên Hòa to check off its popular sights. From Tú Phong Lan to Vinh Dư and mieu binh da, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

• If there's time to check out another great destination in Vietnam, head for Can Tho, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are among its highlights.