Vietnam is blessed with captivating history, delectable tastes, dramatic scenery and vivid colours. Many of the cities are energetic and vibrant with temples and pagodas, street stalls and markets at every turn.

This is a country that is developing at a rapid rate so why not book the cheap flight to Vietnam to truly delve into the wonders of Vietnam.

When is the best time to book a flight to Vietnam?
The cheap flight tickets to Vietnam are possible for visitors for much of the year, especially if you plan to travel between April and June or September to November.

If planning to travel to Vietnam during the summer (July and August) when prices are highest it will benefit to book the trip early to benefit from the most favourable deals.

A great time to book the Vietnam holiday is in the spring when the weather is pleasant and warm, and will see low rainfall across the country.

How to find the most attractive flight deals?
Flight prices can vary for visitors to Vietnam. You need to invest the time and effort to find the cheapest flights to Vietnam. There are plenty of opportunities to find the best deal, such as shopping around and using the different booking sites.

Additionally, if you are able to be flexible in your travel plans, you will want to look at entering different dates or waiting for the right time or season.

What are the major airports in Vietnam?
Vietnam has three major entry points with Hanoi (Noi Bai International Airport) in the north, Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat Airport) in the south, and Da Nang (Da Nang Airport) in the middle.

The most popular ways to enter Vietnam for the fun and exciting tour is certain to be either Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. However, Ho Chi Minh City is likely to take on the majority of the international traffic, which can help to attract the most appealing prices.

How long is the flight from Canada to Vietnam?
Most of direct international flights land in a major city like Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, or Da Nang, although there are also the indirect flights that arrive via Hong Kong or Bangkok. The preferred flight will depend on whether you plan to explore the north or south of the country, and this makes it very easy to be perfectly positioned to start enjoying the local sites and attractions.

For the greatest flexibility and ease of movement once in Vietnam, you want to look for the multi-city or open-jaw flight which gives the option to arrive in one city and depart from another.

Let's take a look at a few of the flight times from major cities in Canada:

Toronto to Ho Chi Minh City equals a flight time of 14 hours 5 minutes
Montreal to Hanoi equals a flight time of 17 hours 5 minutes
Vancouver to Ho Chi Minh City equals a flight time of 17 hours 25 minutes
Calgary to Ho Chi Minh City equals a flight time of 20 hours 25 minutes

Which airline carriers fly to Vietnam?
There are plenty of flights that Canadians can take to fly direct or indirectly to Vietnam. A few of the popular airlines include Air Canada, Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, and Emirates.

When shopping around for prices it is worth checking directly with the official site of the airline before accepting a fare quote on the third-party comparison sites. Booking directly can often lead to more favourable deals or discounts.

Additionally, it is useful to check for the cheap airfare to Vietnam with private browsing turned on.  

After arriving at your Vietnam airport
On arrival in Vietnam you will need to organise transit to your hotel. For visitors arriving in Ho Chi Minh City, the local airport - Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) – is approx 6 km from the city and easily reached via taxi or bus service. Additionally, there are plenty of hotels that offer an airport pickup service.

While the taxi service is the most convenient option, it will be helpful to agree on a price before getting in the taxi to minimize the risk of being overcharged at the other end. Also, it can benefit to use a reputable taxi company like VinaSun taxi.

The public bus service isn't so convenient, but does run every 20 minutes and is a very cost-effective option to reach your hotel.

The other main arrival airport in Hanoi - Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) – does seem to attract fewer passengers, but is the major hub for several of the low-cost carriers, such as Jetstar Pacific and Vietjet, as well as Vietnam Airlines.

Hanoi's airport is located about 32 km from the city which is easily reached via the local bus service, taxi or airport pickup service.

Tips for travelling in Vietnam
Canadians are not given any travel advisories for visiting Vietnam. However, there is advice to be cautious of pickpockets in major cities.

Travelling to Vietnam is subject to holding a valid passport and visa before entering the country. Also, the passport should be valid for a period of at least six months from the date of arrival in Vietnam.

There are three options to organise the Vietnam visa.

The most traditional method is to visit a local Vietnamese embassy or consulate to obtain the visa in person, but this can be the more expensive and less convenient option.

Other options to organize the visa to Vietnam include online methods, such as a visa on arrival or the e-visa. The Vietnam visa on arrival is a very popular option and likely to be one of the most cost-effective options to get ready for your arrival in Vietnam. However, this type of visa is only relevant if planning to enter Vietnam via one of the major international airports.

Also, if you plan to apply for the e-visa, make sure to only use the official site to avoid unnecessary extra costs.

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