Tan Son Nhat International airport

Tan Son Nhat Airport, formerly known as Saigon Airport, is around 7km (4 miles) northwest of Ho Chi Minh city center. It is the main gateway to southern Vietnam, very impressive, bright, clean and pleasant to use.

You may take several means at the airport to get in town. Regular local buses (number 152) are dirt cheap (around VND3000/ US$0.2).

Tan Son Nhat airport taxi and bus

Minibuses, taxis, motorcycle taxis and cyclos are more popular choice. Metered taxis are the best if you find yourself struggling with luggage. You may consider buying SASCO Taxi service at the Luggage Collecting lounge, which currently costs you US$8. Be sure to bring the receipt with you.

Either, you can go straight to taxis stand outside the building where many honest taxis drivers are queuing for you. Find a bright one with clear company name and phone number such as Mai Linh Taxis (08-3822 6666), Vina Taxis (Tel: 08-3811 1111) or Vina Sun Taxis (Tel: 08-3827 2727).

Again, it is better to agree on a price before jumping on it. Depending on your hotel, you may do it well from US$5 to US$10. Also, be alert of your stuffs all the time if you do not want to invite trouble.

Other airports in Vietnam: Noi Bai Airport, Da Nang Airport