The guide from International to Domestic Terminal in Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN), Ho Chi Minh City 2025

If you're landing at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and need to catch a domestic flight, knowing how to move between terminals can save you time and reduce stress, especially with recent updates in terminal operations.

This guide explains how to transfer from the International Terminal (T2) to the Domestic Terminals (T1 & T3) at SGN Airport, as well as what you need to prepare for a smooth transit.

What’s New at Tan Son Nhat Airport in 2025?

Tan Son Nhat Airport now operates three terminals:

• T2 - International flights (all airlines)
  

• T1 - Domestic flights by VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways, and others
  

• T3 - New domestic terminal for Vietnam Airlines only (launched in mid-2025)
  

Note: Because all Vietnam Airlines domestic flights now depart from T3, which is located 2km away from the International Terminal (T2), it’s best to use the free shuttle bus or take a taxi/Grab for a convenient transfer.

Terminal Summary at SGN Airport

Terminal	Airlines	Type of flights
T2	All international airlines	International
T1	Vietjet, Bamboo, others	Domestic
T3	Vietnam Airlines	Domestic

How to move from the International Terminal (T2) to the Domestic Terminal T1?

If your connecting flight is with VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways, or other airlines, your domestic departure will be at T1, which is conveniently next to T2.

Option: Walk (Recommended)

• Time: 5-7 minutes
  

• Path: Covered pedestrian walkway
  

• Tip: Follow terminal signs or ask airport staff if unsure
  

Luggage Trolleys

• Available at both T2 and T1 for passenger use
  

Important notice:

• Transit time needed: At least 2 hours
  

• Check-in: Proceed to the domestic airline counter in T1 and complete security procedures

How to Go from T2 to Domestic Terminal T3 (Vietnam Airlines Flights)?

Here are your options:

1. Free Shuttle Bus

• Pickup point: Outside T2 at Column B15-B16, Line B
  

• Schedule: Every 15-20 minutes from 4:30 AM to 12:30 AM
  

• Luggage: You will need to handle your baggage by yourself
  

• Contact information: Call 1900 866663 if you lose your items on the shuttle bus
  

2. Taxi or Grab

• Available at: T2 taxi stand
  

• Fee: 40,000-60,000 VND (~$2-3 USD)
  

• Duration: 7-10 minutes depending on traffic
  

3. Connecting Fast Track Service

It’s highly recommended if you:

• Have limited layover time
  

• Traveling with children or the elderly
  

• Are unfamiliar with Vietnam’s airport

Use our Connecting Fast Track Service: Our staff will greet you at the arrival gate, escort you through immigration, help you with luggage pickup, and quickly transfer you to T1 or T3, depending on your airline.

Extra Travel Tips at Tan Son Nhat (SGN)

• Vietnam Visa: Ensure your e-visa or visa-on-arrival is arranged before your flight in case you are not on the visa exemption list
  

• No sterile transit: All passengers must go through immigration and reclaim checked luggage, even for connecting flights
  

• Immigration & Entry Stamp: If Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is your first transit point, you must follow the procedure to get an entry stamp/ visa sticker at this airport.
  

• Time buffer: Allow 2.5 to 3 hours between international arrival and domestic departure, especially if using T3
  

• Cash: Keep some small Vietnamese Dong for snacks or taxi fares
  

• Peak hours: Early morning (5:00-7:00 AM), midday (11:00 AM-1:00 PM), and evening (5:00-8:00 PM), so please plan your time accordingly.

Quick Transit Summary

Route	Walking	Shuttle bus	Taxi/Grab	Fast track service
T2 -> T1	Easy to walk	Not available	Yes	Ideal for quicker check-in
T2 -> T3	Quite far to walk	Free, every 15-20 mins	Yes	Best choice for smooth transit

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The way you transfer from the international to the domestic terminal in Tan Son Nhat Airport will depend on your domestic airline and terminal allocation.

Tan Son Nhat Airport is often crowded. If you’d like to skip long immigration queues, you can consider using our Connecting Fast Track Service.