Tourism has been among the fastest-growing sectors in Vietnam with lots of attractions to offer, thanks to its rich colonial heritage or modern facilities that are recently developed as a result of the recent economic boom in the country. As the most populous city in the country, Ho Chi Minh City is a 2,061 square kilometres metropolis that has been recognized as a Beta+ world city, with many interesting places from its days of French colonization and Vietnam War.

Best time to fly from Dipolog to Ho Chi Minh City

The climate in Ho Chi Minh City is said to be tropical year-round with an average temperature of 26 to 30 degrees Celsius. Ho Chi Minh City, just like any other areas effectively has only two seasons that can be considered as truly distinctive, which are the wet and dry seasons. The peak times to visit Ho Chi Minh City would be between December to February during the ‘winter period’ which is when the weather is warmer with occasional showers and little to moderate precipitation. During this season, the sun shines bright resulting in clear skies which are terrific for outdoor activities. On the other hand, the off-peak season is between September to November, which is when the rain would occur more often. Visitors should check the weather reports before going to this town. The good thing is, during this season, you will find better flight tickets and hotel deals due to the reduced prices.

Main airports available in Dipolog and Ho Chi Minh City

Dipolog Airport – The Dipolog Airport is a public domestic airport that connects the city of Dipolog with other places in the Philippines. The airport can be found at Barangay Minaog, which is about 15 kilometres away from the city centre of Dipolog. It is one of the busiest airports in its category in the region of Mindanao of the Philippines. Just like a lot of other airports in the Philippines, this airport is operated by Civil Aviation Authority of the Phillippines. It has a runway that is 2,100 meters in length and is made of concrete. Among the airlines that operate in this airport is Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines as well as Royhle Airway Charter with destinations to Cebu, Dumaguete and Manila. From the airport, it is easy to go to the city area because there are a handful of types of transportation available in Dipolog Airport that are meant for the visitors.

Tan Son Nhat International Airport – Tan Son Nhat International Airport is the airport that is meant to serve the city of Ho Chi Minh City and other nearby areas within south-eastern Vietnam, connecting them with the outside world. Located in Tan Binh district that is about 8 kilometres away from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, the airport is a combined public and military airport, with the civilian operations being handled by the Airports Corporation of Vietnam. At an elevation of 10 meters above the sea level, the airport has two concrete runways that are 3,050 and 3,800 meters long. It is the main hub of Bamboo Airways, Jetstar Pacific, VASCO, VietJet Air and Vietnam Airlines, with the Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi route being the busiest in the region. Access and transport to the airport are not too hard since the airport is well-connected via metro, rail, bus, taxi and cars.

Climate pattern in Dipolog and Ho Chi Minh City

The climate in Ho Chi Minh City is said to be a tropical savanna climate with an average temperature of 27.4 degrees Celsius throughout the year. This climate is known for having a rainfall that is normally heavy throughout the year, which is similar to that of a tropical wet and dry climate. The average high temperature in Ho Chi Minh City is around 30 and 35 degree Celsius while the average low temperature is around 21 and 26 degree Celsius. It is usually warm throughout the year, yet the hottest months are around May to August. In addition to that, Ho Chi Minh City has an annual humidity of 78%. As such, you can make plans accordingly by considering the climate factor so that you will be able to go around Ho Chi Minh City when the weather is fine.

Highlights attractions in Ho Chi Minh City

• Independence Palace – It feels incomplete to come over Ho Chi Minh City and not pay a visit to the Independence Palace, also known as Reunification Palace. Built on the site of Norodom Palace in Saigon, its design is made by the architect Ngô Viết Thụ and was used as the home and workplace of the South Vietnam President during the Vietnam War. In fact, it was among the final site during the end of the war when the Northern Vietnamese Army rammed through the gates of the palace.
• Bến Thành Market – Located in the central part of Ho Chi Minh City at District 1, the market is the symbol of the city, having existed since the 17^th century, even before the modern days of the city to be named as Ho Chi Minh City. Many things are being sold here by the locals, among them including local handicrafts, textiles, áo dài and souvenirs, as well as local cuisine. Being here allows you to blend in with the locals, getting to know the culture and the people up close. During its history, it was once burnt down but then rebuilt to its size today.