Getting to Hanoi
You can get to Hanoi over-land from elsewhere in the country via train or car, but most people chose to come by plane. Hanoi's small international airport (code: HAN) is a little less well served by international airlines than Ho Chi Minh City. Visitors coming from Europe may fly into Bangkok and then on to Hanoi via Thai or Vietnam Airlines. From the Americas, there are flights via Hong Kong and Taiwan.
- Malaysia Air System
- The Malaysian national carrier flies internationally between Kuala Lumpur and major cities around the world.
- Singapore Airlines
- The Singaporean national airline flies daily between Singapore and Hanoi.
- Thai Airways
- The Thai national carrier flies daily to Hanoi from Bangkok.
- Vietnam Airlines
- The Viet national carrier flies to Hanoi (Saigon) from major cities around the world.
- Pacific Airlines
- The only other domestic airline in Vietnam. It is a little cheaper than Vietnam Airlines, but isn't really a budget carrier. Also serves Taiwan.
Hanoi Airport Arrivals
Passengers on international flights should be given a two-part customs form to fill out before arrival. On entering the terminal, follow the signs to immigration. You'll need your passport with the visa along with the customs form for immigration. After passing through immigration, you can collect your bags. There's only one baggage carrousel for international arrivals, so there's no confusing where to get your bags. Once you retrieve your bags, you must stop at the customs counter and submit your passport and customs form there. They will keep the top white copy and return your passport along with the yellow copy to you. Be sure to keep the yellow copy with your passport. You will need to submit it on your departure.
Hanoi Airport Transfers
Taxis are easy to get at Hanoi airport. There is a queue just outside the terminal, at roughly the center of the drive. As at all international airports, you should avoid any touts who approach you in the terminal building. Taxis are metered, with the cost of transport to a city center hotel running about 200,000 Dong (12.00 USD) for the 45 minute trip.
If you want to save yourself some hassles, you can book your airport transfers in advance through Viator. The following services are available:
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Hanoi Airport Arrival Private Transfer | |
| 40 minutes. Departs from Hanoi, Vietnam | Starting from USD $5.35 per person | |
Travel from Hanoi Airport to your Hanoi hotel in a private vehicle. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your accommodation details. Your transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. Vehicles used:
At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details:
Special Offer - Price displayed currently includes 15% off the regular retail price - BOOK NOW! | ||
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Hanoi Airport Departure Private Transfer | |
| 40 minutes. Departs from Hanoi, Vietnam | Starting from USD $4.28 per person | |
Travel from your Hanoi hotel to Hanoi Airport in a private vehicle. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your accommodation details. Your transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. 24 - 48 hours prior to your Hotel to Airport transfer, you will be required to reconfirm exact pick up times and places (the contact number will be provided on your travel voucher). Vehicles used:
At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details:
Don't forget to book your Airport to Hotel transfer! Special Offer - Price displayed currently includes 15% off the regular retail price - BOOK NOW! | ||
Departure Tax
The departure tax for international flights is $14 for international flights. If you don't have US Dollars, the tax fee can be paid in Dong at the prevailing conversion rate. There is no departure tax for domestic flights.