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How to Get from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Landmark 81

Landmark 81 is about 10 km east of Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City. Depending on traffic and mode, the journey takes 25–75 minutes.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 10 km road distance

Private Transfer (Door-to-Door)

Recommended
25 mins •Pre-booked, On Request
€18.00 (Fixed Price, Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the arrivals hall after baggage claim and follow signs to the pre-arranged meeting point.
  2. Look for your driver holding a name board with your name at the designated pickup area for your terminal (T1, T2 or T3).
  3. Confirm the fixed price and the destination Landmark 81 with the driver before boarding.
  4. Ride in a private vehicle for approximately 25–45 minutes, depending on traffic.
  5. The driver will drop you off directly at the Landmark 81 entrance.
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Official Metered Taxi

Metered
30 mins •Official Metered Queue
€7.00 - €11.00 (Metered, Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the arrivals hall and ignore touts inside the terminal.
  2. Go to the official metered taxi queue outside your terminal building.
  3. Choose a metered Vinasun, Mai Linh or Green SM electric taxi, or use the official queue.
  4. Tell the driver to use the meter and confirm they know Landmark 81.
  5. Pay in VND cash or by card if available; expect roughly 200,000–300,000 VND for the 10 km ride.

Ride-Hailing (Grab / Green SM / Be)

App-Based
30 mins •On Demand (App)
€8.00 - €12.00 (Upfront, Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 1 Small Bag for Motorbike, 2 for Car
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Open the Grab, Green SM or Be app and set your pickup location at the designated ride-hailing zone shown in the app.
  2. Follow airport signs to the app-car pickup area (for T3 it is the ground floor of the PNA parking building; for T1/T2 follow the app instructions).
  3. Confirm the driver's name, photo and car number before boarding.
  4. Ride to Landmark 81 via the app's upfront price; travel time about 25–45 minutes.
  5. Pay through the app by card or cash if selected.

Airport Bus 109 + Metro Line 1

Cheapest
75 mins •Bus 109 until late evening; Metro frequent daytime
From €0.70 / Person
Luggage: 1 Small Bag Free (Limited Space)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the arrivals hall and, if you landed at T1 or T2, take the free inter-terminal shuttle to Terminal 3 (T3) where bus 109 now starts.
  2. Board Bus 109 to Saigon Bus Station (Pham Ngu Lao area, next to 23/9 Park) and pay a low cash fare (well under 20,000 VND).
  3. Walk 5–10 minutes from the bus station to Ben Thanh Market and enter Ben Thanh Metro Station.
  4. Take Metro Line 1 eastbound and alight at Ba Son station (ticket 7,000–20,000 VND).
  5. From Ba Son, take a short taxi or Grab ride (about 10 minutes) to Landmark 81, or walk for 20–25 minutes.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts in the arrivals hall who claim the official taxi queue is closed; always use the marked official taxi stand or a confirmed app pickup.
  • Insist the driver uses the meter before you get in; prepaid counters inside the terminal usually charge more than the metered fare.
  • Use only the designated ride-hailing pickup zones shown in the app; unofficial drivers may ask for extra cash at T3 parking.
  • Have small VND notes ready for bus fares; bus 109 starts at Terminal 3, so T1/T2 arrivals need the free inter-terminal shuttle.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a taxi from SGN to Landmark 81?

A metered taxi typically costs 150,000–300,000 VND (about €5–€11), depending on traffic and terminal. Always insist on the meter or use an app with an upfront price.

What is the cheapest way to get from SGN to Landmark 81?

Take the airport bus 109 to Ben Thanh, then Metro Line 1 to Ba Son, then walk or take a short taxi. The bus and metro combined cost from about €0.70 per person.

Is there a direct bus from the airport to Landmark 81?

No direct bus serves Landmark 81. The closest public transport is bus 109 to Ben Thanh, then Metro Line 1 to Ba Son, and a short walk or taxi ride.

Can I pay by card on buses and taxis in Ho Chi Minh City?

Buses generally require cash (small VND notes). Taxis may accept card but it is safer to carry VND cash; ride-hailing apps allow card payment in the app.

How long does it take to get from SGN to Landmark 81?

By car or taxi it takes about 25–45 minutes depending on traffic; public transport takes about 75 minutes including transfers and a short last-leg walk or taxi.

Which transfer is best for families arriving late at night?

A pre-booked private transfer is best for late-night arrivals as it is available 24/7, door-to-door, with no need to handle cash or navigate public transport.

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