Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
Ho Chi Minh City's timezone is UTC+7, making Ho Chi Minh City two hours behind Seoul.
Flights from ICN to SGN start from 06:45 — the earliest with VietJet Air. The last service of the day is at 21:20 with VietJet Air. In total, there are 64 weekly Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ICN to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. When you're ready to start your Ho Chi Minh City adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Vietnam:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Korean Air on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for ICN to SGN flights is Korean Air.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ICN and SGN:
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Fukuoka Airport
Gimhae International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
At the moment, R 1,785 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,710. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ICN to SGN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ICN to SGN.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
74% of flights leaving from Incheon International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Seoul to Incheon International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ICN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
Reserve a hotel close to SGN if you're taking a late Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Venture beyond Ho Chi Minh City and discover places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Ho Chi Minh City Airport rental car from Dichung Car Rental.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Ho Chi Minh City Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
From Ho Chi Minh City Airport, Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
The quietest month for a flight from Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Ho Chi Minh City based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Incheon International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ICN to SGN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
Biên Hòa is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Cat Tien National Park, Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà.
Can Tho is another must-experience destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. No trip is complete without seeing Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
