Vietnam · Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) Online Check-in
Vietnam's busiest airport, located 7 km from Ho Chi Minh City centre. Two terminals — T1 (international), T2 (domestic). New Long Thanh airport (LTI) under construction to replace SGN by late 2026.
Now at Tan Son Nhat International Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport hosts about 35 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 1 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
How to check in for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport
-
Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
-
Arrive at the right terminal
SGN has 2 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
-
Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
-
Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
-
Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Tan Son Nhat International Airport
-
New Long Thanh airport coming
Long Thanh International (LTI) opening late 2026 (40 km from HCMC). Will eventually replace SGN. Until then, SGN remains the main airport.
-
Visa rules vary by nationality
Vietnam visa-on-arrival or e-Visa for most nationalities. Check 30+ days before. EU/US/UK/CA/AU passport holders typically need pre-arranged e-Visa.
Popular destinations from Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal does Vietnam Airlines use at SGN?
Vietnam Airlines uses Terminal 1 for international and Terminal 2 for domestic. Most international long-haul departs from T1.
When will Long Thanh airport open?
Late 2026 (partial). Initial international operations from LTI 2026–2027. Full transition from SGN expected 2030+.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Tan Son Nhat International Airport official site below.
- Wikipedia: Tan Son Nhat International Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: SGN live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- gov.uk travel advice — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for Vietnam.