Travelling from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Gimhae International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport.
Phu Quoc is two hours behind Busan and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
There are 14 Gimhae International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport flights every week.
Your PUS to PQC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Gimhae International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport. When you're ready to start your Phu Quoc holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Vietnam:
Most travellers choose to fly with VietJet Air on this route.
Eastar Jet is the most punctual carrier offering PUS to PQC flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Gimhae International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PUS and PQC include:
Ho Chi Minh City Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Hanoi Airport
Handy information about Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Of all flights leaving Gimhae International Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
Gimhae International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Busan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near PUS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Gimhae International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PQC if you're catching a late Gimhae International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Phu Quoc Airport (PQC) to central Phu Quoc
From Phu Quoc Airport, Phu Quoc is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)
The quietest month for a flight from Gimhae International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Phu Quoc based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport for May if you'd like to go to Phu Quoc during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PUS to PQC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Phu Quoc has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam you should also see. About 322 kilometres east of Phu Quoc, a visit to Biên Hòa will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Cat Tien National Park, Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà.
Can Tho is another favourite destination in Vietnam and is around 193 kilometres east of Phu Quoc. No journey is complete without seeing Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.