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Phu Quoc International Airport

Landing in Phu Quoc: your first 24 hours, sorted

Everything to set up before you board, the real prices for getting into town, and the three tricks people fall for at PQC.

Arrival pass
From PQC
To Duong Dong
Distance10 km
CityPhu Quoc
Updated 19 Oct 2026
Leaning palm trees on a Phu Quoc beach at sunset
A wing and blue sky seen through an airplane window

before you fly

Three things to do at home

  1. A hand holding a phone with a map app open

    Install an eSIM so you have data the moment you land

    You need data for Grab, maps and messaging. Installing at home means no SIM counter queue and no upselling at the airport.

    Find the right plan
  2. Hands holding two passports with boarding passes tucked inside

    Get your e-visa from the official site only

    Check whether your nationality is visa-exempt first. If you need one, the 90-day e-visa costs USD 25 single entry or USD 50 multiple entry on the government portal. Agent sites charge more for the same visa.

    evisa.gov.vn
  3. Two travelers walking through a bright airport terminal

    Landing late or with kids? Book your ride now

    In high season, Grab cars can be scarce after 7 pm, with waits of 10–15 minutes. A pre-booked car means a driver with your name at the gate and a price fixed in advance.

    Book an airport pickup
Step 1 · Data

Which eSIM for your trip?

Tell us how long you’re staying. We compare the plans and pick the cheapest one that covers you.

How you use your phone

You’ll need roughly 4.9 GB for your trip. This is an estimate; heavy video use can double it.

Yesim

Best value
$11.23
5 GB · 30 days

Data only, no Vietnamese number. Unlimited plans may have a daily fair-use cap.

Get Yesim

Airalo

$11.50
5 GB · 30 days

Data only. Runs on Viettel and VNPT 4G.

Get Airalo

Prices in USD, checked 2026-10-13. The provider’s checkout shows the final price.

Step 2 · Getting into town

PQC to Duong Dong: every option

Grab / Xanh SM (app)

80,000–120,000 ₫≈ $3–5
15–20 min
Best for Most travelers once their eSIM is working Book in the arrivals hall. The price shows before you confirm, and cash is accepted. In high season, cars can be scarce after 7 pm.

Pre-booked private car

546,000–624,000 ₫≈ $21–24
15–20 min
Best for Late-night arrivals, families, lots of luggage Driver waits in arrivals with your name on a sign. Fixed price per car for up to four people, agreed in advance.
Book a fixed-price pickup

Metered taxi

150,000–220,000 ₫≈ $6–8
15–20 min
Best for No data and no booking Taxis wait at the arrivals exit. Companies include Mai Linh, Vinasun and Xanh SM. Drivers offering a flat fare can charge two to three times the meter. Ask for the meter.

VinBus route 17

20,000 ₫≈ $1
30–40 min
Best for Budget travelers Stop to the right of the terminal exit. Runs about 04:00–02:20, every 15–30 minutes by day. Free with a VinWonders, Vinpearl Safari or Grand World ticket. VinBus does not serve the south of the island.

heads up

Scams to skip at PQC

Airport touts

People who approach you in arrivals often quote two to three times the real fare. Use the taxi rank, the meter or an app.

Fast meters and look-alike cars

Fake cars copy the Vinasun and Mai Linh colors, and some meters climb too quickly. If the meter races, stop and pay for the distance covered.

Your passport as a scooter deposit

Rental shops may ask to keep your original passport. Offer a USD 20–50 cash deposit or a copy instead.

Step 3 · Day one

Your first day in Phu Quoc

  • Carry small notes

    Drivers may not have change for a 500,000 VND note on a short ride. Break big notes at a shop or ATM first.

  • Plan your ride to the south

    Sunset Town and the southern beaches are about 25 km from the airport, and VinBus does not go there. A taxi costs about 200,000–350,000 VND.

  • Keep your e-visa approval letter offline

    Immigration may ask for it. Save a PDF or screenshot, because you may not have data in the queue.

Fresh seafood laid out on ice at a market stall
night market
A couple standing on a wooden pier at sunset on Phu Quoc
sunset
Aerial view of Sunset Town on Phu Quoc with its clock tower and the sea
Sunset Town
A cable car crossing the sea towards the islands off southern Phu Quoc

Want a plan for day one? An island-hopping boat trip in the south or a ride on the Hon Thom cable car is an easy way to start your time on Phu Quoc.

See tours on Klook

good to know

Quick answers

The questions travelers ask most before landing at PQC.

How much is a taxi from Phu Quoc airport to Duong Dong?

Duong Dong is about 10 km away, a 15–20 minute drive. Expect about 150,000–220,000 VND by metered taxi and 80,000–120,000 VND by Grab or Xanh SM.

Is there a bus from Phu Quoc airport?

Yes. VinBus route 17 leaves from the stop to the right of the terminal exit and costs from 20,000 VND. It runs from about 4 am to 2:20 am.

How do I get from Phu Quoc airport to Sunset Town?

The south of the island is about 25 km away and VinBus does not serve it. A taxi costs about 200,000–350,000 VND.

Where do I apply for a Vietnam e-visa?

Only on the government portal at evisa.gov.vn. The 90-day e-visa costs USD 25 for single entry and USD 50 for multiple entry. Agent websites charge more for the same visa.

Prices are ranges compiled from these guides; confirm the fare before you get in. Exchange rate shown at about 26,000 ₫ per USD.