Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport.
Busan is two hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Flights from SGN to PUS start from 00:10 — the first with VietJet Air. The last departure is at 01:05 with Vietnam Airlines. Overall, there are 23 weekly Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your SGN to PUS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Getting to Busan (and then seeing more of South Korea!) is a breeze with VietJet Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport.
VietJet Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Vietnam Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SGN to PUS flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SGN and PUS:
Da Nang International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
ج.م. 3,790 is currently the best price for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 7,185. These fares can change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from SGN to PUS by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
When it comes to Tan Son Nhat International Airport's on-time performance, 66.42% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Tan Son Nhat International Airport from central Ho Chi Minh City, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SGN? If you're catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PUS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and explore beyond Busan's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Gimhae International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Busan. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or ride-share depends on the time of day, so do some research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Busan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Gimhae International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Busan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SGN to PUS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen Busan. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
If there's time to check out another major stop in South Korea, consider Incheon, roughly 354 kilometres north-west of Busan. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are key reasons to visit.
