SGN · Reviewed 28 August 2026
Connecting flights at Tan Son Nhat Airport
International, domestic and terminal-change connection planning at SGN.
Short answer
Connection steps depend on the ticket, baggage agreement and whether you enter Vietnam. Confirm through-checking with the airline and follow the official SGN transfer route.
Key facts
- T1
- Domestic
- T2
- International
- Between terminals
- Covered walkway
- Baggage
- Confirm with airline
One ticket or separate tickets
Ask the airline whether baggage is checked through and whether you receive the onward boarding pass. Separate tickets usually require more time and may require entry into Vietnam.
No website can guarantee a connection without the airline’s ticket and baggage rules.
Follow the correct transfer type
The airport publishes international-to-international and international-to-domestic instructions. International-to-domestic passengers complete entry, baggage and customs like normal arrivals.
Recheck the onward terminal and gate after completing formalities.
Frequently asked questions
Do I collect baggage on an international-to-domestic connection?
Passengers may need to complete customs, collect baggage and recheck it; confirm the ticket-specific arrangement with the airline.
How do I change terminals?
T1, T2 and T3 are separate terminals. Follow current airport transfer guidance and allow a generous connection buffer.
Primary sources
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport — transfer guide
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport — official ACV website
Editorial method: reviewed against the airport, Vietnam Immigration, ACV and destination sources linked on this page. Time-sensitive details should be rechecked before travel.