[NEW] How Far is Saigon from Phu Quoc Island?

What's the Air Distance from Saigon to Phu Quoc?

The air distance from Saigon to Phu Quoc is 395 kilometers. Flights depart from Tan Son Nhat Airport (Saigon) to Phu Quoc Airport (Kien Giang).

Currently, the Saigon - Phu Quoc route is operated by all domestic airlines including Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways, Pacific Airlines, and Vietravel Airlines.

How many kilometers is it from Saigon to Phu Quoc by road?

The road distance from Saigon to Phu Quoc is 402 kilometers (Data from Google Maps). However, you cannot travel directly from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc Island by road; instead, you need to pass through Rach Gia or Ha Tien to catch other means of transportation such as high-speed boats or airplanes (only available from Rach Gia).

The road distance from Saigon to Phu Quoc is approximately 402 kilometers.

Modes of transportation from Saigon to Phu Quoc

Air transportation

To have ample time to explore the beautiful scenery of the pearl island, air travel is the ideal choice for you from Saigon to Phu Quoc.

Airline tickets from Saigon to Phu Quoc

As of now, Saigon to Phu Quoc flight tickets are operated by all domestic airlines including Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways, Pacific Airlines, and Vietravel Airlines. There are 16 flights per day.

> Saigon - Phu Quoc flight ticket prices: starting from 59,000 VND (excluding taxes and fees)

> Flight duration: 1h05m to 1h15m. (See more information: Flight duration from Saigon to Phu Quoc)

Transportation from Saigon to Phu Quoc by road

Since there are no direct road connections between Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc Island, if you choose to travel from Saigon to Phu Quoc by road, you will need to combine other modes of transportation. Specifically, you can travel from Saigon to Ha Tien pier to catch a high-speed ferry to Phu Quoc, or go to Rach Gia to catch a high-speed ferry or Rach Gia - Phu Quoc flight.

Below are some common transportation options to travel from Saigon to Ha Tien or Rach Gia that you can consider:

- Passenger buses: Passenger bus routes depart from Saigon to Ha Tien or Rach Gia. Some bus lines you can consider include Phuong Trang, Tuan Nga, Tuyet Hon, Hoang Minh, Mai Linh, Kumho, Chau Ha, Ba Dung, etc.

> Bus ticket prices: from 120,000 to 150,000 VND per trip (depending on the bus company and the quality of the bus).

> Travel time: Approximately 7 - 8 hours.

Phuong Trang passenger buses depart from Saigon to Ha Tien or Rach Gia.

- Personal vehicles: Motorcycles are suitable for those who enjoy the experience and have good driving skills on the route from Saigon to Ha Tien or Rach Gia.

> Travel time: About 8 - 10 hours.

After arriving by road to Ha Tien or Rach Gia, you need to catch a high-speed boat to Phu Quoc Island:

- Information about Rach Gia - Phu Quoc high-speed boats:

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* Ticket prices include VAT and insurance fees, bottled water & cold towels.

- Information about Ha Tien - Phu Quoc high-speed boats:

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* Ticket prices include VAT, insurance fees, complimentary bottled water & cold towel, and 01 free beverage for VIP seats.

Superdong Ferry

Alternatively, you can also choose to fly from Rach Gia to Phu Quoc. There are currently 2 airlines operating flights on this route: Vietnam Airlines and Bamboo Airways. Flight duration is approximately 25 - 40 minutes depending on the airline.

Flight schedule and ticket prices for flights from Rach Gia to Phu Quoc

Travel itinerary suggestion for Saigon to Phu Quoc

Here's a suggested 3-day 2-night travel itinerary from Saigon to Phu Quoc:

- Transportation: Despite the relatively short distance from Saigon to Phu Quoc, many travelers still prefer flying as it offers convenience and speed. You can check out flight tickets to Phu Quoc from various airlines to find the one that suits you best.

- Accommodation: You can book a hotel in the center of Duong Dong town or on Phu Quoc Island for convenience during sightseeing and leisure. If you have a generous budget, Vinpearl Phu Quoc is an ideal suggestion for your luxurious resort stay.

- Sample itinerary:

Day 1:

• Start your exploration of the pearl island with a visit to VinWonders Phu Quoc, an exciting theme park featuring over 100 thrilling games divided into various zones: adrenaline zone, water park, castle zone, fairy tale zone, etc. Book your Phu Quoc amusement park ticket to experience all the fun at VinWonders!
• Then, proceed to Dinh Cau for sightseeing, making lucky wishes, and taking photos.
• In the evening, join a night squid fishing tour or take a leisurely stroll to admire the beautiful night scenery of Phu Quoc.

Day 2:

• Explore South Phu Quoc Island with fascinating attractions such as pearl cultivation farms, Phu Quoc Prison, sim wine factories, and Ho Quoc Pagoda.
• In the afternoon, experience coral diving at Sao Beach in Phu Quoc. Then, discover the most beautiful seaside paradise on the pearl island, relax on the beach, and take Instagram-worthy photos at Sunset Sanato Beach Club.
• In the evening, either relax or visit Phu Quoc Night Market.

Day 3:

• Embark on a journey to Phu Quoc Pepper Farm - a famous Instagrammable spot known for its picturesque pepper gardens. Learn about the pepper cultivation process and purchase pepper seeds as souvenirs.
• Stroll around Duong Dong town, shop for local specialties including seafood, fish sauce, sim wine, pepper, pearls, etc.
• Depart back to Saigon, concluding your exciting 3-day-2-night trip.

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