Tan Son Nhat International Airport Departures
Live departures for Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), serving Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — flight times, terminals, gates and status, with a full departures guide below.
About Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (IATA: SGN, ICAO: VVTS) is the airport serving Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in the Ho Chi Minh time zone. The board above shows departures in the airport’s local time; below is a practical guide to departing from Ho Chi Minh City so you know what to expect on the day.
Terminals
Terminal layouts differ from airport to airport, so the surest source is your boarding pass and the live board, which shows the terminal and gate for each flight as they’re assigned. If your terminal isn’t yet listed, confirm it with your airline before you travel — and at larger airports, allow time to move between terminals, which can mean a shuttle or train.
Departing from Tan Son Nhat International Airport: what to expect
Give yourself time for check-in or bag drop (which close well before departure), security screening, and the walk to your gate, which can be long at bigger airports. Once you’re airside, watch the screens and your airline’s notifications for your gate and boarding time — boarding usually begins 30–45 minutes before departure and gates often close 15–20 minutes before. Our when-to-leave-for-the-airport calculator turns your flight time into a clear “leave home by” time.
Getting to and from Ho Chi Minh City
Transport options at most airports include taxis, ride-hailing, pre-booked transfers, and public transport such as trains or buses into Ho Chi Minh City. Routes, journey times and prices vary, so check Tan Son Nhat International Airport’s official website for current details — and if you’re leaving late at night, confirm that your chosen option still runs.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport Departures — FAQ
Use the live departures board above — it lists each flight’s destination, scheduled and estimated time, terminal, gate and status once the data feed is connected. Always reconcile it with your airline’s app, which is the final word on gate and boarding times.