Ho Chi Minh City, commonly and formerly officially known as Saigon, is the largest city in Vietnam, situated in the south. Ho Chi Minh offers a variety of tourist attractions such as historical sites of 20th-century conquests and suitable for all ages, classic French architecture, and community culture that combines new and old cultures in a uniquely Vietnamese way. It takes around 2 hours 55 minutes of flying time to travel from Manila to Ho Chi Minh City. This will differ based on the airlines and routes taken as well. Considering Traveloka offers various airline options such as Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia, Emirates, and more, you have plenty to choose from. You could also visit some of the best attractions there are in Ho Chi Minh City such as Binh Tay Market, War Remnants Museum, and Cu Chi Tunnels.

When is the best time to fly from Manila to Ho Chi Minh City?

Ho Chi Minh City is generally warm throughout the year, but there is a certain period of the year that is good enough to do both outdoor and/or indoor activities. The usual period where Ho Chi Minh City is open for visiting is from early December to late March. This will be the optimum period to go on a holiday here in Ho Chi Minh City. The temperature will usually vary from 22°C to 34°C and is rarely below 19°C or above 36°C. Maybe to get the best time where you are not at the peak of the holiday season in Ho Chi Minh City, you can plan a travel to Ho Chi Minh City close to late November or early April, just before the holiday peak starts.

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What are the main airports available in Ho Chi Minh City?

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is the main airport operating in Ho Chi Minh City. It is 7.3 km away from Ho Chi Minh City. The trip via car or any public land transportation will take around 14 minutes from the airport to the main city. The traveling time will only differ depending on the traffic condition at the time of the travel. Some of the airport facilities you can find at the Tan Son Nhat International Airport include ATMs, money changers, cafes, shops, and airport transfers.

Highlights in Ho Chi Minh City.

Binh Tay Market - Binh Tay Market is one of the historic sites built-in 1880. Now it is a market for locals who sell a variety of goods such as fruits, vegetables, meat, and fresh fruits. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Binh Tay Market. Binh Tay Market is 9.5 km away from Ho Chi Minh City and 9.2 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 20 minutes to drive from Ho Chi Minh City to Binh Tay Market and around 18 minutes from the airport. Binh Tay Market opens 8 am - 6 pm and the entrance fee is free.

War Remnants Museum - War Remnants Museum museum details the effects of the 30 year-long war between America and Vietnam. There are tanks, planes, and other war machines on the outside grounds among the transport on display. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to War Remnants Museum. War Remnants Museum is 9.6 km away from Ho Chi Minh City and 5.5 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 18 minutes to drive from Ho Chi Minh City to War Remnants Museum and around 10 minutes from the airport. War Remnants Museum opens 7.30 am - 5 pm.

Cu Chi Tunnels - Cu Chi Tunnels is a historic place in Ho Chi Minh that serves as a hiding place, hospitals, communication bases, supply routes, and even living quarters. Visitors are advised to spend about half a day visiting here. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels. Cu Chi Tunnels opens 7 am - 5 pm.

Travel tips to Ho Chi Minh City.

Always Stay In Touch

Despite the beauty of the world, it is not necessarily a safe one. Even if you are doing a solo trip, always keep in touch with your family and/or friends. Let them have a copy of your itinerary so that they have an idea of where you are. Keep them close in contact each day and let them know when you are changing locations during your trip.

Be Flexible with Your Travel Plans

Planning is a good way to go traveling, be it domestically or internationally, but don’t disregard the fact that things can and most likely would not go as planned. This could either be due to suddenly the activity you want to do is unavailable or if more logistical issues force you to think of other ways to do things. Keep in mind that plan is a good base, but when you are traveling and there are a lot of external factors involved, it will be a different kind of adventure.

Learn Few Local Words to Blend In

This will come in handy when you are traveling to a place where English is not their first, second, or only language at all. It is best to learn some local words that can help you through the trip, especially in terms of direction, transportation, medical, and such. Plus, it will open a ton of network opportunities with the locals to be able to be among them. You will be able to make friends and discover some hidden gems you never thought you would find.

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