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PR597

Philippine Airlines

TerminalT1Check-in40-57Gate3

Manila

Departing from MNL

Ho Chi Minh City

Arriving at SGN

Departed

Departed at 13:32 local time.

Plan your tripThings to do in Ho Chi Minh CityStay connectedMobile data for Vietnam

Your flight to Ho Chi Minh City

Everything you need to do before departure, even right before you leave for the airport.

  1. Getting to NAIA

    Head to Terminal 1. NAIA's terminals are far apart, so going to the wrong one means a long transfer. Plan how you'll reach the terminal ahead of time; Metro Manila traffic is unpredictable.

    Transportation Options to NAIAGrab, airport buses, and taxis for every terminalParking GuideLive slot availability if you're driving inBuy an eSIM for VietnamGet one now so you're online the moment you land.

  2. eTravel and Travel Tax

    Two government requirements to sort out before you fly, best done from home.

    eTravel RegistrationRequired for Filipino citizens leaving the countryPhilippine Travel TaxWho pays, who's exempt, and how to pay ahead

  3. Check-in at counters 40-57

    Check in online before you leave for the airport. You will still need to drop by the airline counter for document check and bag drop. Counters typically open 3 hours before departure and close 60 minutes prior.

    Philippine Airlines Online Check-inGet your boarding pass before heading to the airport

  4. Clear security

    Have your boarding pass ready and keep restricted items out of your carry-on.

    Baggage RulesLimits for liquids, power banks, vapes, and lighters

  5. Immigration

    Have your passport, boarding pass, and travel tax receipt ready. Lines can stretch long; arrive early.

    Immigration e-GatesEligible passengers can skip the manned counter

  6. Head to Gate 3

    Watch the screens and listen to announcements for any last-minute gate changes.

    Terminal 1 Dining DirectorySee what's open near your gate before boardingThings to do in Ho Chi Minh CityWaiting to board? Reserve tickets to popular attractions before they sell out.

  7. Board for Ho Chi Minh City

    Adjust your clock. Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Manila.

Flight record

Aircraft
Airbus A330-300A333 Is team Airbus winning NAIA?
Registration
RP-C8766
Block time
2h 50m scheduled gate-to-gate
Actual flying time
2h 08m
Routing
MNLSGNInternational
Distance
1,001 mi 1,611 km

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