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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 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 portion and return your passport along with bottom portion. Be sure to keep the departure form 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 (10.00 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:
 

	Private Hanoi Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel   Duration: 40 minutes	$ 8.75
	Save time, money and hassle in Vietnam - book your Hanoi airport transfer to your Hanoi hotel before you go! You will travel in an air-conditioned vehicle from Hanoi Airport to your Hanoi hotel - without the trouble of picking up a rental car, negotiating unfamiliar traffic and maps. Take the easy way - book this efficient transfer service online now! 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: Air-conditioned Sedan Car At time of booking, you must include the following flight and hotel details: Arrival Flight Number Arrival Time Hotel Name (where you would like to be dropped off) Hotel Address Don't forget to book your Hotel to Airport transfer! More information & booking »
	Private Hanoi Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport   Duration: 40 minutes	$ 8.75
	Need to get to Hanoi's Noibai Airport? Plan your Hanoi airport departure transfer ahead of time, and book and pay for your airport transfer right here. You will travel in an air-conditioned vehicle which will take you from your Hanoi hotel to Hanoi Airport. Arrive at the airport on time, relaxed and no hassles! 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: Air-conditioned Sedan Car (1 to 4 people) At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details: Departure Flight Number Departure Time Hotel Name (where you would like to be picked up from) Hotel Address Don't forget to book your Airport to Hotel transfer! More information & booking »

Hanoi Departures

Check-in for departures on foreign airlines usually takes place in "Lobby A" of the terminal building. Departures on Vietnam Airlines check in at "Lobby B". The entrances to domestic departures are at either end of the terminal building. Be sure to check your gate number and use the appropriate entrance. All international departures are reached through immigration, which is accessed at the center of the terminal.

Once you finish with passport control, there's a security check before you get to the departure lounge.

Departure Lounge & Duty Free

The departure area features several shops lining the concourse. The duty free shopping is rather basic, although there is a good selection of handicrafts and other local products at good prices. There's a restaurant, and not much else, on the second floor.

Duty Free Benchmark Prices

See our duty free guide for full price comparisons.

 
The shared business lounge on the main level is small and cramped. There are just a few packaged snacks and drinks on offer. There seems to be a wi-fi setup, but it wasn't functional on my last visit. The two computers available weren't working either. There is another, larger lounge on the second floor, but it was closed.