Last updated: 17 October 2026
A Phu Quoc golf trip from Hong Kong is the rare long weekend that needs no visa paperwork at all. The direct flight takes under three hours, arrivals on it get 30 days visa-free, and the island’s two 18-hole courses are both within an hour of the airport.
Quick Answer
Hong Kong to Phu Quoc is about 2 hours 50 minutes non-stop, with three airlines and up to four departures a day. Flying direct gives 30 days visa-free entry. Phu Quoc has two 18-hole courses, Vinpearl Golf and Eschuri Vung Bau, so a three-day weekend fits two rounds. The driest months are December to March.
Which airlines fly Hong Kong to Phu Quoc direct?
HK Express, Sun PhuQuoc Airways and VietJet all fly the route non-stop in about 2 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. Phu Quoc runs one hour behind Hong Kong.
| Airline | Departs HKG | Lands PQC (local) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| HK Express | Daily 7:55am and 4:10pm | About 9:45am / 6:00pm | Golf on arrival day (morning flight) |
| Sun PhuQuoc Airways | Daily 4:45pm; extra 9:00pm Thu and Sun | About 6:35pm / late night | Full service and the easiest golf-bag rules |
| VietJet | Tue, Thu, Sat 4:40pm | About 6:30pm | Trips that start golf on day two |
From the late-October 2026 timetable. Sun PhuQuoc Airways launched the Hong Kong route on 22 May 2026 (Sun Group). Winter schedules can change, so confirm on the airline’s website before booking.
Phu Quoc International is a small airport and arrival formalities are quick. Eschuri Vung Bau is about 40 minutes by car; Vinpearl Golf, up in the north near Bai Dai, is around 45 to 50 minutes.
Do Hong Kong travellers need a visa for Phu Quoc?
No, if you fly direct. International arrivals at Phu Quoc are granted 30 days visa-free, with nothing to apply for in advance. It is the one place in Vietnam where that works.
- Qualifies: a direct flight from Hong Kong, or a connection that stays in the international transit area of another Vietnamese airport.
- Does not qualify: clearing immigration in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi first, then flying on domestically.
- Needs an e-visa: leaving the island for Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Hanoi during the trip.
That is the big difference from a Hanoi weekend, where Hong Kong SAR passport holders need an e-visa before departure. Rules can be updated, so check with your airline before you fly. If you would rather not deal with any of the logistics, we arrange Phu Quoc golf breaks that start the moment you clear immigration, with the car waiting outside arrivals.
The two courses: Vinpearl Golf and Eschuri Vung Bau
Phu Quoc has two 18-hole courses, and they are different enough that playing both is the whole point of the trip.
Vinpearl Golf Phu Quoc opened in 2015, designed by IMG, par 72, with tree-lined fairways and an island green at the 3rd. It sits in the north of the island near the Bai Dai resorts. Read our full round report from Vinpearl Golf for hole-by-hole notes.
Eschuri Vung Bau opened all 18 holes in 2025. At 7,508 yards and par 72, it runs from forest down to the beach, and holes 14 and 15 sit right on the sand, with the 14th as the signature hole. Here is how Eschuri’s seaside stretch plays when the wind is up.
Caddie and cart arrangements differ slightly between the two clubs, and we confirm them at booking so they are spelled out in the quote. For course and hotel choices, see everything we know about golf on Phu Quoc.
Golf bags: which airline is easiest?
Sun PhuQuoc Airways is the simplest if you are bringing your own clubs. On HK Express, buy the Special Baggage allowance online before you fly.
| Airline | Golf-bag rule | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Sun PhuQuoc Airways | One set up to 23 kg free, outside your baggage allowance, on Northeast and Southeast Asia routes (not Economy Lite or some promo fares) | Book at least 24 hours before departure |
| HK Express | Buy a Special Baggage allowance, up to 20 kg | Overweight HKD 120 per kg |
| VietJet | Depends on fare type | Confirm when booking |
From the official Sun PhuQuoc Airways and HK Express baggage pages, checked 16–17 October 2026.
Which Hong Kong long weekends work best?
Hong Kong’s winter and spring holidays land squarely in Phu Quoc’s dry season. For the month-by-month detail, see our month-by-month guide to Phu Quoc golf weather.
| Holiday | Dates | Phu Quoc weather | Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas | 25–27 Dec 2026 (Fri–Sun) | Dry season | 3 days, 2 rounds |
| New Year | 1–3 Jan 2027 (Fri–Sun) | Dry season | 3 days, 2 rounds |
| Lunar New Year | 6–9 Feb 2027 (Sat–Tue) | Dry season | 4 days; Tet in Vietnam too, so book early |
| Easter | 26–29 Mar 2027 (Fri–Mon) | End of the driest stretch | 4 days, 2 rounds plus a beach day |
| Ching Ming | 3–5 Apr 2027 (Sat–Mon) | Late dry season, hotter | Book morning tee times |
Holiday dates from the Hong Kong government’s general holiday list (1823.gov.hk). Weather from our Phu Quoc season guide.
A three-day and four-day plan
Three days covers both courses; four days adds breathing room and a half-day on the beach or the Hon Thom cable car.
| Plan | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days, 2 nights | 7:55am flight, afternoon at Vinpearl Golf | Eschuri Vung Bau | Late checkout, afternoon flight home | — |
| 4 days, 3 nights | Morning flight, rest at the hotel | Vinpearl Golf | Eschuri Vung Bau | Free morning, fly home |
GoGolfVietnam, a local golf tour operator based in Da Nang, usually leaves day one free for Hong Kong groups on a four-day trip, then plays the two courses back to back on days two and three. Our four-day package built around both island courses follows exactly that rhythm.
What does it cost?
Flights are the biggest variable, especially over Christmas and Lunar New Year. Packages are easier to pin down.
| Item | From (USD) | Approx. HKD |
|---|---|---|
| 4-day, 3-night Phu Quoc golf package | USD 699 | ~HK$5,450 |
| 3-day Vinpearl stay-and-play package | USD 529 | ~HK$4,130 |
| Visa (direct arrival) | None | — |
| Return flight | Varies by date and airline | — |
Package prices from our Phu Quoc package pages, October 2026. HKD at the linked rate of about USD 1 = HK$7.8, for reference only.
For green fees, caddie tips and a line-by-line budget, see our Phu Quoc golf cost guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Phu Quoc?›
About 2 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes non-stop. Phu Quoc is one hour behind Hong Kong, so the 7:55am HK Express flight lands at around 9:45am local time.
2. Do Hong Kong passport holders need a visa for Phu Quoc?›
Not if you fly direct. Arriving in Phu Quoc on an international flight from Hong Kong qualifies for 30 days visa-free. Entering Vietnam first in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, or leaving the island for the mainland, requires a Vietnam e-visa. Check the latest rules with your airline before you fly.
3. Which airlines fly Hong Kong to Phu Quoc direct?›
On the late-October 2026 timetable: HK Express twice daily (7:55am and 4:10pm), Sun PhuQuoc Airways daily at 4:45pm plus a 9pm flight on Thursdays and Sundays, and VietJet three times a week at 4:40pm.
4. Can I take my golf clubs for free?›
On Sun PhuQuoc Airways, one golf set up to 23 kg travels free on Northeast and Southeast Asia routes, except Economy Lite and some promotional fares, if booked 24 hours ahead. HK Express charges for a Special Baggage allowance of up to 20 kg.
5. Is a three-day weekend enough for golf in Phu Quoc?›
Yes, for two rounds. Take the morning flight, play one course that afternoon, play the other on day two and fly home on day three.
6. When is the best time for a Phu Quoc golf trip from Hong Kong?›
December to March is the driest stretch, and Christmas, New Year, Lunar New Year and Easter 2027 all fall inside it. November and April are still dry season, with more variable weather at each end.
GoGolfVietnam arranges tee times, transfers and hotels for golfers flying in from Hong Kong to Phu Quoc, Da Nang and Hanoi.
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