Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
The timezone in Ho Chi Minh City is UTC+7, which is two hours behind Seoul.
Choose from 114 weekly Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with VietJet Air is the earliest flight available. VietJet Air operates the last service of the day at 21:25.
To ensure you catch your ICN to SGN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport to choose from. When organising your Ho Chi Minh City trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of Vietnam:
Korean Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for ICN to SGN flights is Asiana Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between ICN and SGN:
Da Nang International Airport
Gimhae International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is R 1,121. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,440. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from ICN to SGN by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ICN to SGN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
54.5% of flights taking off from Incheon International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Incheon International Airport is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ICN:
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SGN instead:
Go beyond Ho Chi Minh City and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Increase the odds of scoring the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a wise move.
Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Incheon International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you want to go to Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ICN to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòan is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
Can Tho is another standout destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No journey is complete without visiting Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum.
