Vietnam airport: The BEST guide for first-time international travelers

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You should choose which Vietnam airport to travel to in advance (Source: Collected)

Before coming to the S-shaped country, every visitor should know about which Vietnam airport to fly to in order to make the best plan. Almost every big city in Vietnam has an airport. This country will promisingly bring you many unforgettable experiences, no matter where your destination is on your Vietnam travel.

1. About the modern infrastructure of Vietnam airports

Along with the growth of the aviation industry, many new Vietnam airports were built and put into operation. Now, Vietnam has 22 civil airports, including 10 domestic airports and 12 international airports.

Domestic airports are much smaller than international airports, mainly serving domestic travels and not operating international flights. Domestic terminals are used for customers of domestic flights, while international terminals are dedicated to passengers taking international flights.

There is no shortage of Vietnam airports in this beautiful country (Source: Collected)

2. Top 10 busiest Vietnam airports from the North to the South

2.1. Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)

• Location: Phu Minh commune, Soc Son district, Hanoi
• IATA code: HAN

Noi Bai Vietnam Airport is the largest and most important airport in Northern Vietnam. From the airport, you can fly to most provinces and cities in the country. All 5 domestic airlines, namely Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Pacific Airlines, Bamboo Airways, and Vietravel Airlines are operating many flights every day here.

Not only that, about 22 international airlines from many countries such as Thailand, China, Korea, Japan, etc. also have flights to and from Noi Bai Vietnam Airport. To best meet the needs of passengers, the airport is equipped with modern facilities including water dispensers, duty-free stalls, phone charging areas, sleep-pods, etc.

This Hanoi Vietnam airport is the most important one in Northern Vietnam (Source: Collected)

2.2. Cat Bi International Airport (Hai Phong)

• Location: Le Hong Phong street, Hai An district, Hai Phong
• IATA code: HPH

Cat Bi Vietnam Airport is located 8 kilometers from Hai Phong’s city center. It is one of the fastest-growing airports, both in passenger and cargo services.

In addition to serving domestic flights, the airport also has some international airlines operating flights to Bangkok (Thailand), Incheon (Korea), China, etc.

Along with Van Don Airport, Cat Bi Vietnam Airport acts as a backup airport to effectively reduce the load for Noi Bai Airport Vietnam.

2.3. Van Don International Airport (Quang Ninh)

• Location: Doan Ket commune, Van Don district, Quang Ninh
• IATA code: VDO

Officially put into operation in 2018, Van Don Vietnam Airport is known as the first private airport in Vietnam. With a favorable location which is 60 kilometers away from Ha Long city and adjacent to Van Don highway, the airport has great potential for economic and tourism development, both domestically and internationally.

Van Don Vietnam Airport currently receives domestic flights from Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang, along with international flights from China, Korea, Japan, etc. Equipped with modern facilities, the airport can receive up to 2 million passengers every year. It may even be renovated and upgraded further in the future.

Van Don Vietnam Airport is the first private airport in the country (Source: Collected)

2.4. Vinh International Airport (Nghe An)

• Location: Nghi Lien commune, Vinh city, Nghe An province
• IATA code: VII

Although being an international airport, currently, Vinh Vietnam Airport only operates domestic flights. The airport’s growth rate is still maintained at a fast pace, expected to reach 7 million passengers per year by 2030.

Although the scale of Vinh Vietnam Airport is not as big as other international airports in the country, it still ensures to operate 13-15 flights per day and that 7 middle-market aircraft such as A320, A321 can be parked at the same time.

2.5. Da Nang International Airport

• Location: Hoa Thuan Tay ward, Hai Chau district, Da Nang
• IATA code: DAD

With a total area of 842 hectares, Da Nang Vietnam Airport is the third largest airport in the country and also one of Vietnam busiest airports. Currently, there are 5 domestic airlines and at least 38 international airlines operating here. From Da Nang, there are 16 domestic routes and 25 international routes. Up to 200 flights can be operated per day.

Da Nang Vietnam Airport has 3 terminals, including a domestic terminal, an international terminal and a VIP terminal serving only heads of state. The airport has 2 runways with the world’s most advanced and modern equipment. In addition, many services are available here, helping passengers effectively kill time when they wait between flights.

This Danang Vietnam airport is the third largest airport in the country (Source: Collected)

2.6. Cam Ranh International Airport (Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa)

• Location: Nguyen Tat Thanh street, Cam Ranh city, Khanh Hoa province
• IATA code: CXR

Cam Ranh Vietnam Airport has strategic significance in the development of economy and tourism in Khanh Hoa province in particular and the South Central Coast region in general. The airport connects millions of tourists from all over the world to the beautiful coastal city of Nha Trang every year.

In recent years, Cam Ranh Airport Vietnam has been invested heavily, gaining new modern equipment to serve the needs of tourists. That is also the reason why the airport has quickly become the second busiest airport in Central Vietnam, after Da Nang Airport.

This is a major airport in Vietnam’s South Central Coast region (Source: Collected)

2.7. Phu Bai International Airport (Hue)

• Location: Phu Bai ward, Huong Thuy commune, Thua Thien – Hue province
• IATA code: HUI

Phu Bai Vietnam Airport has a runway length of 2,700 meters and has been upgraded many times. It now has full modern equipment such as runway extension, taxiway system, apron, night navigation lights, etc.

At present, this Hue Vietnam Airport is building a new terminal with a designed capacity of up to 5 million passengers per year, which is expected to be completed in the near future to meet more flight demands.

2.8. Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)

• Location: Ward 2, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City
• IATA code: SGN

Tan Son Nhat Vietnam Airport is the largest international airport in the country in terms of area (850 hectares), terminal capacity (28 million passengers per year) as well as passenger traffic.

Fully equipped with modern and high-class facilities, the airport is capable of meeting the various needs of passengers, such as shopping, dining, resting, phone charging, etc.

Currently, there are 5 domestic airlines and more than 40 international airlines operating at Tan Son Nhat Vietnam Airport.

Tan Son Nhat Airport Vietnam is the biggest airport in the country (Source: Collected)

2.9. Can Tho International Airport

• Location: Le Hong Phong street, Binh Thuy district, Can Tho
• IATA code: VCA

Can Tho Vietnam Airport has an important role in the development of economy, culture, defense, and security in Can Tho in particular and the Mekong Delta in general.

The airport terminal is designed to resemble the famous local dinghy. Domestic and international passenger areas are set up on both sides, with the space in the middle decorated with plants to create a green and beautiful view.

In the past, Can Tho Vietnam Airport mainly operated domestic flights to many cities in the country. From January 2020, the airport officially has 2 international routes to Seoul (Korea) and Taipei (Taiwan) and will expand in the future.

2.10. Phu Quoc International Airport (Kien Giang)

• Location: Duong To commune, Phu Quoc city, Kien Giang province
• IATA code: PQC

Phu Quoc Vietnam Airport plays an important role in turning Phu Quoc Island into a key economic, cultural and tourist center in Southern Vietnam. The airport has 5 domestic airlines and about 20 international airlines from Thailand, Korea, China, etc. operating.

The airport terminal has 2 floors. The first floor is for passengers coming to Phu Quoc, while the second floor is for those leaving. Functional areas and services are set up conveniently to bring the most comfort for passengers.

Phu Quoc Airport of Vietnam helps turn the pearl island into a tourist center (Source: Collected)

After choosing your desired destination and the nearest airport to get there, it is time to make a list of places to visit.

If you happen to be in Hanoi, it is recommended that you come to VinKE and Vinpearl Aquarium Times City. Here, you have a chance to explore a colorful ocean world at one of the most modern aquarium systems in Vietnam. Or you can let your kids experience their dream career, gain knowledge about their favorite field, and become more confident with the world around them.

VinKE and Vinpearl Aquarium Times City are the ideal places for your children

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As there are many Vietnam airports to travel to, getting around this S-shaped country has never been easier no matter where your desired destination is. This has helped the country attract numerous domestic and international tourists every year.