Ho Chi Minh City Airport Guide (SGN)

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Ho Chi Minh City Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

I had to bribe my way out of a few situations in the baggage screening room. They will discretely bribe you for money. Once, I gave this guy some cash, he opened his wallet to put it away and I saw his wallet full of different currencies (US $, Canadian $, Euros). I’m certain bribes happen often. – Nicole

SGN Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down of what travellers have reported to us during their time at Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

What to Expect

Ho Chi Minh City Airport (Code: SGN) consists of two terminals: domestic (T1) and international (T2). T1 was renovated in 2018 and has generally nicer facilities than T2’s. Work on a third terminal that will serve Domestic flights is currently in progress. Recent improvements have made security lines better than in the past, and the staff doesn’t take issue with overnight guests. Flights depart around the clock, so travellers are around all night. A few restaurants are open 24 hours a day. Free WiFi is available to help pass the time. For those looking for a little added comfort, there are lounges open to all types of travellers, one of which has showers.

Sleeping in Ho Chi Minh City Airport

Ho Chi Minh City Airport has some decent places to sleep overnight. Landside areas in the International Terminal have the best options. The first floor doesn’t have much seating, but it is quiet, while the Wellwishers Gallery on the third floor has much more seating. Many travellers spend the night here, meaning this place is noisier (March 2013). Once cafes and restaurants close, travellers had success moving chairs and benches around for more comfortable resting – some even saw airport staff doing this too. Both terminals are hot, and the air conditioner seems weak. The International terminal also has a sleep zone with sleep chairs and paid sleep pods. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels near the airport provide airport transportation. See locations in the Airport Hotels section below.

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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.

Airport Hours

Tan Son Nhat Airport operates 24 hours, with landside access available overnight in both the Domestic (T1) and International (T2) terminals. Security checkpoints generally remain open overnight to accommodate late-night and early-morning departures, though staffing levels may be reduced.

What this means for airport sleepers:
You can remain inside the terminal overnight, but sleeping airside depends on having a valid boarding pass and being allowed through security.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. Paid sleep pods are available. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

Cots are not offered to stranded travellers at SGN. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels & Sleep Pods

If sleeping in Ho Chi Minh City Airport sounds like a nightmare, paid sleep pods are available airside, and several hotels are located a short drive from the airport.

Sasco Sleep Zone – Sleep pods. There are ten paid sleep boxes. The sleep boxes are four square metres/room and have beds, pillows, drinks, towels, lamps, power outlets, etc. Location: International Terminal, Airside, near gates 26-27. Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: Yes (sleep pods with thin mattresses). Rates: USD 7 per hour, with extensions of USD 4 (up to 30 minutes) or USD 7 (30–60 minutes).

Hotels near the airport

ibis Saigon Airport (0.3 mi / 0.5 km) Mid-range hotel with shuttle.
The Airport Hotel (0.3 mi / 0.5 km) Budget hotel.
Le Saigon Hotel (0.4 mi / 0.6 km) Mid-range hotel.
New Space Hotel Airport (0.4 mi / 0.6 km) Budget hotel.
Holiday Inn & Suites Saigon Airport (0.9 mi / 1.4 km) Upscale hotel.

Looking for more options? Browse the complete list of hotels near Tan Son Nhat Airport on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Whether you’re looking to relax, work, or refresh before your flight, Hi Chi Minh City Airport offers a variety of lounges to enhance your travel experience. From premium airline lounges to accessible public lounges, there are options for every traveller. Access is available through multiple methods, including pay-at-the-door, prepaid lounge passes, lounge membership programs, or complimentary entry for eligible airline passengers and frequent flyers.

Domestic Terminal

Le Saigonnais Business Lounge – Location: Domestic Terminal, Airside, opposite gate 12. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (from VND 425,000/USD 18) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Premium passengers on select airlines.

Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge – Location: Domestic Terminal, Airside, 1st Floor, near gate 18. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs (SkyTeam, Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles) • First and Business Class passengers on Vietnam Airlines or SkyTeam-operated flights • SkyTeam Elite Plus members on same-day SkyTeam flights.

International Terminal

Apricot Business Lounge – Location: International Terminal, Airside, 3rd Floor, near gates 15-16. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (from USD 18) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards • Access for holders of BIDV, JCB, Sacombank, HDBank, URBOX, Vinaphone, Viettel, Mobifone cards.

Jasmine Halal Lounge – Location: International Terminal, Airside, Departure Hall, near gate 15. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (from VND 945,000/USD 38) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

Le Saigonnais Business Lounge – Location: International Terminal, Airside, 3rd Floor, near gate 15. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (from VND 425,000/USD 18) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Access for ANA-operated flight passengers (Star Alliance) and other Star Alliance Paid Lounge Membership customers.

Rose Business Lounge – Location: International Terminal, Airside, 1st Floor, near gate 9. Hours: 24/7. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Business class passengers on select airlines.

Orchid Lounge – Location: International Terminal, Airside, opposite gates 10-14. Hours: 24/7. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (from USD 18) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Access for Vietnamese credit cardholders.

Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge – Location: International Terminal, Airside, 3rd Floor, near gate 18. Hours: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs • First and Business Class passengers on Vietnam Airlines or SkyTeam-operated flights • SkyTeam Elite Plus members on same-day SkyTeam flights.

Food & Drinks

Ho Chi Minh City Airport has plenty of cafés and restaurants during the day, but very few options reliably stay open overnight. The airport does not publish confirmed 24-hour dining hours, and most food outlets close late evening and reopen in the morning. Do not assume hot meals will be available overnight.

One exception frequently reported by travellers is Highlands Coffee in the International Terminal (Arrivals Hall), which is often open 24 hours for coffee and light snacks, though this is not officially guaranteed. All other food courts, fast food, and sit-down restaurants generally operate on daytime and evening schedules only.

Overnight tip: Bring snacks if you’ll be at the airport late, or consider lounge access for food and drinks if available.

If this information has changed, click here to update this guide. [ read more ]

Drinking Water
Free drinking water refill stations are available airside:

Domestic Terminal (T1), Airside, Opposite Gates 5, 10, and 16
International Terminal (T2), Airside, Opposite Gates 15, 16, and 18 • Arrival Hall near baggage carousels 1 and 6 • Transit/transfer area

On the landside, drinking water is typically limited to purchased bottled water, usually priced around VND 15,000.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage services are available 24 hours in both terminals:

T1 (Domestic): Landside, Level 1, near Arrivals
T2 (International): Landside, Level 1, near Arrivals

Rates: Approximately VND 50,000–100,000 (USD 2–4) per item, per day.

Mobile Charging

Charging availability varies by terminal.

Domestic Terminal (T1), travellers report several free charging points in public waiting areas, and access is generally better than in the international terminal.
International Terminal (T2), Airside, public charging options are limited and inconsistent. Travellers report that usable power outlets are mainly found inside airport lounges or in a few designated areas rather than throughout the terminal.

Important: Do not rely on finding an outlet airside in T2. Bring a power bank, especially if you plan to stay overnight or use sleep pods.

Showers

Free showers are available in the International Terminal (T2), Airside, opposite Gate 25, with two male and two female shower rooms. Availability may depend on cleaning schedules and passenger volume. Free public showers are not always clearly signed; ask staff if you cannot locate them.

Showers are also available inside select airport lounges, including:

Apricot Business Lounge
Le Saigonnais Business Lounge

[ see Airport Lounges above ]

WiFi / Internet

Free unlimited WiFi is available at Tan Son Nhat Airport. Connect to the “SGN Free WiFi” network. No registration is required.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Children’s Play Area – A small children’s play area is available in the International Terminal, airside. It includes soft flooring and simple play features suitable for younger children.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available in the terminal, along with a limited selection of other retail shops. Hours vary by outlet. [ read more ] Information Counters – Information counters are located throughout the terminals, with staff generally speaking Vietnamese and English. Hours and availability vary by location.
Luggage Storage & Lockers – see “Luggage Storage & Lockers” above.
Luggage Trolleys – Baggage trolleys are available landside. Smaller trolleys may also be found airside, but trolleys cannot be taken through security.
Medical Services – Medical assistance is available 24 hours. In an emergency, contact the airport medical hotline. Medical offices are located in both the domestic and international terminals.

Money

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are widely available and operated by several local and international banks. Fees may apply, so check with your bank before travelling.
Currency Exchange -Currency exchange counters are available in the International Terminal, both landside and airside.

SIM Cards – SIM cards are sold at airport retail counters offering major Vietnamese mobile providers. Availability and hours vary.

Airlines

Ho Chi Minh City Airport is served by the following airlines: Aeroflot • Air China • Air France • Air Asia • Air New Zealand • Air Premia • All Nippon Airways • Asiana Airlines • Bamboo Airways • Batik Air Malaysia • Cambodia Airways • Cambodia Angkor Air • Cathay Pacific • Cebu Pacific • China Airlines • China Eastern Airlines • China Southern Airlines • Chongqing Airlines • Emirates • EVA Air • Greater Bay Airlines • IndiGo • Indonesia AirAsia • Japan Airlines • Jeju Air • Jetstar Airways • Korean Air • Lanmei Airlines • Lao Airlines • LOT • Malaysia Airlines • Malindo Air • Mandarin Airlines • Myanmar Airways International • Nok Air • Pacific Airlines • Philippines Airlines • Qatar Airways • Royal Brunei Airlines • Scoot • Shenzhen Airlines • Sichuan Airlines • Singapore Airlines • Starlux Airlines • Thai AirAsia • Thai Airways • Thai Smile • Turkish Airlines • T’Way Air • VietJet Air • Vietnam Airlines • Vietravel Airlines • Xiamen Air.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

Buses from the airport to Ho Chi Minh City centre and vice versa pick up and drop off at:

Domestic Terminal: Column 18 of the taxi stand.
International Terminal: Column 15 of the taxi stand.

Available buses:

Bus 152 (International Terminal – Domestic Terminal – Hoang Van Thu – Nguyen Van Troi – Nam Ky Khoi Nghia – Cach Mang Thang Tam– Ben Thanh Market – Tran Hung Dao – Trung Son Residential Area), operating from 5:45 AM to 6:15 PM. Waiting time is 12-21 mins. Rate: 6,000 VND.

Bus 109 (International Terminal – Domestic Terminal – Hoang Van Thu – Nguyen Van Troi – Nam Ky Khoi Nghia – Ham Nghi– Ben Thanh Market –Pham Ngu Lao – 23/9 Park), operating from 5:45 AM to 1:30 AM (next day). The wait time is 30 mins. Rate: 12,000 VND (for routes less than five km) and 15,000 VND (for routes more than five km).

Shuttle Bus 49 (International Terminal – Domestic Terminal – Hoang Van Thu – Nguyen Van Troi – Nam Ky Khoi Nghia – Le Duan – Dong Khoi – Hai Ba Trung – Ham Nghi – Ben Thanh Market), operating from 5:15 AM to 2:00 AM (next day). The wait time is 30 mins. Rate: 40,000 VND. Pick up and drop off passengers at hotels in District 1, 3.

Car Rentals

Four car rental companies operate at Tan Son Nhat Airport: Sastco • Song Viet • Acvuni • Phu Nhuan transportation company. Their counters are located on the right, outside the exit doors, in the arrival hall of the International Terminal.

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Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Many taxi companies serve the airport; however, readers have reported that Vinasun Taxi and Mai Linh Taxi offer the most reputable services. Be sure to watch the meter and take a picture of the taxi license.

Leaving the Domestic Terminal:

After exiting the A2 entrance, cross the road to the Taxi and Bus Waiting Hall (opposite the Domestic Terminal) and board taxis at columns 3 to 13.

Passengers with disabilities, pregnancy, the elderly and children can take a priority taxi at columns 1 and 2.
Passengers with membership cards and taxi coupons should contact taxi company staff at columns 14 to 17.
Passengers can also go to the Taxi ticket counter to get a coupon at the A2 entrance and column 7 at the Domestic Arrivals Hall.

Leaving the International Terminal:

After exiting the A1 and A2 entrances, passengers may take a taxi at columns 1 to 3 at the Taxi stands area (On the left of the International Terminal).

Passengers with disabilities, pregnancy, the elderly and children can take a priority taxi at column 6.
Passengers with membership cards and taxi coupons should contact taxi company staff at columns 1 to 4.
Passengers can also go to the Taxi ticket counter at the A1 and A2 entrances to get coupons.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-01-15

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.

Ho Chi Minh City Airport Guide