Which airport should I fly into for Ninh Binh?

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

How far is the airport from Ninh Binh?

The nearest is about 41 mi (66 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 Ninh Binh?

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 Ninh Binh

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

The nearest airport to Ninh Binh, Vietnam is Thọ Xuân Airport (THD), about 41 mi (66 km) away — roughly 1 hr 14 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Cat Bi International Airport (HPH).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
THD	Thọ Xuân AirportThanh Hóa, Vietnam	41 mi / 66 km	1 hr 14 min	Regional
HPH	Cat Bi International AirportHaiphong, Vietnam	63 mi / 101 km	1 hr 53 min	International
HAN	Noi Bai International AirportHanoi, Vietnam	68 mi / 109 km	2 hr 1 min	International
VII	Vinh AirportVinh, Vietnam	106 mi / 171 km	2 hr 28 min	Regional
VDO	Van Don International AirportVân Đồn, Vietnam	111 mi / 178 km	2 hr 34 min	International
NEU	Nong Khang AirportNong Khang, Laos	126 mi / 203 km	2 hr 56 min	Regional
SQH	Na-San AirportSon-La, Vietnam	142 mi / 229 km	3 hr 18 min	Regional

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Thọ Xuân Airport (THD) is the most convenient at about 41 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) (63 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

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 Ninh Binh. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with THD.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near THD 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 Ninh Binh is Thọ Xuân Airport (THD), about 41 mi (66 km) away — roughly 1 hr 14 min by road.