Which airport should I fly into for Yên Bái?

For long-haul and international flights, Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) is the main gateway near Yên Bái. The closest airport, Na-San Airport (SQH), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Yên Bái?

The nearest is about 66 mi (107 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 Yên Bái?

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 Yên Bái

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

The nearest airport to Yên Bái, Vietnam is Na-San Airport (SQH), about 66 mi (107 km) away — roughly 1 hr 59 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
SQH	Na-San AirportSon-La, Vietnam	66 mi / 107 km	1 hr 59 min	Regional
HAN	Noi Bai International AirportHanoi, Vietnam	67 mi / 108 km	2 hr	International
NEU	Nong Khang AirportNong Khang, Laos	94 mi / 151 km	2 hr 11 min	Regional
DIN	Dien Bien Phu AirportDien Bien Phu, Vietnam	124 mi / 200 km	2 hr 53 min	Regional
THD	Thọ Xuân AirportThanh Hóa, Vietnam	131 mi / 211 km	3 hr 3 min	Regional
HPH	Cat Bi International AirportHaiphong, Vietnam	132 mi / 213 km	3 hr 5 min	International
VDO	Van Don International AirportVân Đồn, Vietnam	167 mi / 268 km	3 hr 52 min	International

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Na-San Airport (SQH) is the most convenient at about 66 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) (67 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 Yên Bái. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with SQH.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near SQH 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 Yên Bái is Na-San Airport (SQH), about 66 mi (107 km) away — roughly 1 hr 59 min by road.