Direct (nonstop) flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul

4 airlines fly nonstop from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). It's 2,208 miles (3,553 km), about 5h 10m in the air. Operated by Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, VietJet Air and others.

SGN
Tansonnhat International
🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
Flight Time
5h 10m
Distance
2,208 mi
3,553 km
CO₂/pax
373 kg
−60 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Korean Air +3
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Korean Air Korean Air Asiana Airlines Asiana Airlines VietJet Air VietJet Air Vietnam Airlines Vietnam Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
SGN → ICN
Flight Time
5h 10m
Distance
2,208 mi
Asiana Airlines OZ Asiana Airlines
Route
SGN → ICN
Flight Time
5h 10m
Distance
2,208 mi
VietJet Air VJ VietJet Air
Route
SGN → ICN
Flight Time
5h 10m
Distance
2,208 mi
Vietnam Airlines VN Vietnam Airlines
Route
SGN → ICN
Flight Time
5h 10m
Distance
2,208 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul with one stop · direct emits 373 kg CO₂ per passenger

SGN PUS (Busan) ICN
Leg 1: 4h 40m (2,185 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (210 mi) Total: ~5h 50m 🍃 433 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → PUS
4h 40m · 2,185 mi
View SGN to PUS flights →
Leg 2
PUS → ICN
1h 10m · 210 mi
View PUS to ICN flights →
SGN HAK (Haikou) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 55m (676 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,543 mi) Total: ~5h 50m 🍃 411 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → HAK
1h 55m · 676 mi
View SGN to HAK flights →
Leg 2
HAK → ICN
3h 55m · 1,543 mi
View HAK to ICN flights →
SGN DAD (Da Nang) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (375 mi) Leg 2: 4h 35m (1,847 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 406 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → DAD
1h 20m · 375 mi
View SGN to DAD flights →
Leg 2
DAD → ICN
4h 35m · 1,847 mi
View DAD to ICN flights →
SGN TPE (Taipei) ICN
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,369 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (907 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 424 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → TPE
3h 25m · 1,369 mi
View SGN to TPE flights →
Leg 2
TPE → ICN
2h 30m · 907 mi
View TPE to ICN flights →
SGN KHH (Kaohsiung) ICN
Leg 1: 3h (1,213 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,087 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 414 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → KHH
3h · 1,213 mi
View SGN to KHH flights →
Leg 2
KHH → ICN
2h 55m · 1,087 mi
View KHH to ICN flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul?

A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Seoul (ICN) takes approximately 5 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 2,208 miles (3,553 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul?

4 airlines: Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul?

Yes. 4 airlines: Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Seoul?

The flight distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul is 2,208 miles (3,553 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Seoul?

Seoul is 2 hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City. (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh vs Asia/Seoul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul?

At 5h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Viet Nam to Republic of Korea?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Republic of Korea embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul?

Roughly 373 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,865 km.

Is the return flight from Seoul to Ho Chi Minh City also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Seoul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Tansonnhat International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.