Flying from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to Jeju Airport (CJU): what you need to know
The timezone in Jeju is UTC+9, which is two hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh City.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SGN to CJU flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Jeju Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SGN and CJU include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Gimhae International Airport
Handy information about Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
61% of flights departing from Ho Chi Minh City Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Jeju Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Jeju Airport (CJU)
If you're arriving on a late Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Jeju Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near CJU:
Travel at your own pace with a Jeju Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rainbow rental, TamRa or 패밀리렌트카 and chase adventure across Jeju and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Jeju Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Jeju Airport (CJU) to central Jeju
From Jeju Airport, Jeju is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Jeju Airport (CJU)
The quietest month for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Jeju Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Jeju based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Jeju is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Jeju Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SGN to CJU sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Jeju. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Busan is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 306 kilometres north-east of Jeju. No journey is complete without experiencing Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.