Cheap flights from Seoul, South Korea to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Round trips

Seoul ICNHo Chi Minh City SGN

Multiple carriers

£186

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One-way trips

Seoul ICNHo Chi Minh City SGN

VietJet Air

£79

Updated:

3566 km
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Travelers usually depart from Incheon International, Gimpo International, or Seoul Air Base when they travel from Seoul to Ho Chi Minh City. Book your trip to arrive at Tan Son Nhat International, Ho Chi Minh - Sai Gon, Ho Chi Minh-Mien Tay, Ho Chi Minh - East, or Ho Chi Minh - Pham Ngo Lao Bus Station. The distance between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City is 3566 km. The most popular airlines for this route are VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, Emirates, Korean Air, and Philippines AirAsia. Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City have 220 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Ho Chi Minh City, consider visiting Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta, and Killing Fields, Phnom Penh.

Weekly direct flights

Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from Seoul to Ho Chi Minh City in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the table.

Weekly direct flights for Mon 13.03 - Sun 19.03

AirlineMon 13.03Tue 14.03Wed 15.03Thu 16.03Fri 17.03Sat 18.03Sun 19.03
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22222---1
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11111---1
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Weekly direct flights for Mon 20.03 - Sun 26.03

AirlineMon 20.03Tue 21.03Wed 22.03Thu 23.03Fri 24.03Sat 25.03Sun 26.03
3333333
2212221
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1111111
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Jeju Air
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Weekly direct flights for Mon 27.03 - Sun 02.04

AirlineMon 27.03Tue 28.03Wed 29.03Thu 30.03Fri 31.03Sat 01.04Sun 02.04
3333333
1111222
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1111111
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Weekly direct flights for Mon 03.04 - Sun 09.04

AirlineMon 03.04Tue 04.04Wed 05.04Thu 06.04Fri 07.04Sat 08.04Sun 09.04
3333333
2222221
2111122
1111111
Asiana Airlines
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Check-in for a flight from Seoul to Ho Chi Minh City

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during bookingOnline check-in available
VietJet AirVJCVJYesNo
Vietnam AirlinesHVNVNYesNo
EmiratesUAEEKNo0
0
Korean AirKALKEYes0
0
Philippines AirAsiaEZDZ2No0
0

Vietnam COVID-19 travel restrictions

Latest COVID-19 travel restrictions in Vietnam – 03/2023
Your trip summary

Most travelers from South Korea can enter Vietnam, but there are restrictions.

Departure

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Electronic visitor visa

Return

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Electronic visitor visa
Forms and documents
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for South Korea
  • Recommended pre-entry Q-code registration
  • Re-entry permit is required for long-term foreign residents

Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.

Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Vietnam in our dedicated Stories article.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Seoul to Ho Chi Minh City?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City takes around 5.4 hours.
What is the flight distance between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City?
The flight distance between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City is 3566 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City?
Several carriers operate flights between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Tway Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Seoul?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Seoul and Bangkok, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Sydney, Tokyo, Manila, Kota Kinabalu, Hanoi, Busan, Angeles, Jeju City, Osaka, Cairns, Kaohsiung, New Delhi, Perth, Adelaide.
What are the most popular routes to and from Ho Chi Minh City?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, Singapore, Da Nang, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Taipei, Nha Trang, Phú Quốc, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Manila, Da Lat, London, Sydney, Haiphong, Perth, Tokyo, Chiang Mai, Adelaide, Hue.
Which airports are there in Seoul?
Seoul is mainly served by Incheon International. But there are other airports nearby, including Gimpo International, Seoul Air Base.
What airports are near Seoul?
The main airport in Seoul is Incheon International. It is also served by Daegu International, Wonju, Cheongju International, Gunsan, Yangyang International.
What airports are near Ho Chi Minh City?
The main airport in Ho Chi Minh City is Tan Son Nhat International. It is also served by Tan Son Nhat International, Phnom Penh International, Lien Khuong, Can Tho International, Rach Gia.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City?
Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.
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