Which airport should I fly into for Hạ Long?

For long-haul and international flights, Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) is the main gateway near Hạ Long. The closest airport, Cat Bi International Airport (HPH), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Hạ Long?

The nearest is about 24 mi (39 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Hạ Long?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Hạ Long

The closest airports to Hạ Long, Vietnam: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Hạ Long, Vietnam is Cat Bi International Airport (HPH), about 24 mi (39 km) away — roughly 47 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
HPH	Cat Bi International AirportHaiphong, Vietnam	24 mi / 39 km	47 min	International
VDO	Van Don International AirportVân Đồn, Vietnam	25 mi / 40 km	48 min	International
HAN	Noi Bai International AirportHanoi, Vietnam	84 mi / 135 km	1 hr 57 min	International
THD	Thọ Xuân AirportThanh Hóa, Vietnam	127 mi / 204 km	2 hr 57 min	Regional
NNG	Nanning Wuxu AirportNanning, China	134 mi / 216 km	3 hr 7 min	Regional
BHY	Beihai AirportBeihai, China	149 mi / 239 km	3 hr 27 min	Regional
VII	Vinh AirportVinh, Vietnam	178 mi / 286 km	4 hr 8 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) is the most convenient at about 24 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Hạ Long. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with HPH.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near HPH saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Hạ Long is Cat Bi International Airport (HPH), about 24 mi (39 km) away — roughly 47 min by road.