Cheap Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Busan — $142

Ho Chi Minh City is served primarily by Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), the country's busiest international gateway and a full-service hub for both domestic and regional travel. It typically handles major carriers including Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air and Bamboo Airways alongside several full-service international airlines, and can be priced mid-range to premium depending on season and carrier. The airport sits about 6–10 km north of District 1; road transfer by taxi or ride-hail usually takes 20–40 minutes depending on traffic, with fares commonly in the local mid-range, while public buses take 45–60 minutes for a lower cost. Pros: close to the city center and well connected with frequent services and a range of airport facilities. Cons: traffic congestion and peak-time crowds can make transfers slower and airport navigation busier than at smaller airports.

The route Ho Chi Minh City — Busan is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including Vietnam Airlines, VietjetAir, Vuelos Economicos Centroamericanos, Philippine Airlines, and Shandong Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $142) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Busan is served chiefly by Gimhae International Airport (PUS), which functions as the region’s main international and domestic gateway while also accommodating low-cost carriers. Typical airlines include Korean Air and Asiana on legacy routes, plus budget operators such as Jeju Air and Jin Air on shorter sectors; fares can be perceived as mid-range for domestic flights and competitive for nearby international destinations. The airport sits about 20–25 km west of downtown Busan; taxis generally take 30–50 minutes depending on traffic and can cost roughly KRW 25,000–45,000, while the metro and airport bus link take about 40–60 minutes with lower fares. Pros: compact terminals and frequent low-cost connections; cons: limited late-night options and possible traffic delays to the city.