Danang Airport

Danang International Airport

For its irresistible scenery and genuine culinary culture, it is no surprise that Danang attracts millions of visitors each year. Thus, Danang International Airport becomes the third busiest airport in Vietnam, ranking under Tay Son Nhat Airport and Noi Bai International Airport.

Located just 4 kilometers from the city center, Danang Airport (airport code: DAD) is convenient to travel back and forth, serving as an important transportation hub in Central Vietnam.

There are currently 5 domestic and 38 international airlines providing flights to Danang Airport, the biggest names are Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines, VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways, AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, and Qatar Airways, ...

Danang International Airport Overview

Used to serve as a military airport only, two brand new terminals were built in Danang Airport to meet the demands of passengers coming from in and out of Vietnam: Danang Domestic Terminal (T1) and Danang International Terminal (T2).

About 200 meters separate these two terminals, and it takes 10 minutes to walk between them. To catch a connecting flight at the opposite terminal, you must leave the arrivals hall and travel outside via the covered hallway.

Terminal 1 includes the ground floor for arrivals and some services such as cafes, SIM card services, and money exchange; the second floor is for offices and the third floor is for check-in counters, security checks, and departure gates. Meanwhile, Terminal 2 has 4 levels.

The first floor locates a baggage drop, arrival hall, immigration check, gate lounges, and lost and found section, … Total of 54 check-in desks, customs, and security checks are located in the departure hall on the second floor.

About the arrivals & departures process at Danang Airport, you will go through several steps before heading to the next destination. The process includes a quarantine and immigrant check, and then baggage claim and customs inspection.

Covered 150,000 square meters, Da Nang Airport’s traffic volume is about 250 domestic and international flights per day. From Danang, you can take flights to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, and other destinations in Vietnam. Along with that, the airport also connects with major transit stations in Asia and the world such as Korea, Japan, Singapore, Qatar, China, India…

Therefore, it is really convenient to fly to Danang Airport if you plan to visit the famous Danang Beaches or the World Heritages of Hoian or Hue.

Pick Up at Danang Airport

Danang Airport is improving passengers’ experience during their time in the airport by providing pretentious services and amenities. One must-have service is WI-FI, you can access Wi-Fi for free but sometimes the connections will be weak. However, nearby cafes and restaurants also provide WI-FI.

To purchase a SIM card in Danang Airport is simple, only 10-20 USD and you can choose between Viettel, Vinaphone, Mobiphone, and Vietnamobile - the four most popular providers in Vietnam. Go to the kiosks selling SIM cards on the ground floor, simply bring in your passport ID and an unlocked phone, and the staff will assist you in signing up and you are good to go.

Both domestic and international terminals serve diverse food and drink choices. You can choose local dishes (Banh Mi, Pho) or coffee, fast food,... in the restaurants and cafes. Besides eating and drinking, Danang International Airport is also the location of many duty-free & souvenir shops.

While waiting for your flights, you can check out your favorite perfume, cosmetics, or souvenirs as a gift for friends and families. Moreover, the public halls and arrival halls of both terminals have money exchange counters.

Tired of waiting for your flights or need some private place to get some work down? Danang International Airport can help you with lounges at both terminals.

Not only including charging stations, massage chairs, and magazines as well as food and drinks, the lounge also has a working area with modern facilities.

You will have the access to the lounge if you have a lounge membership or simply buy a voucher upon entry.

Besides those services, Danang International Airport also has necessary services such as medical aids, baby care rooms, and smoking areas (2nd floor),... All the information can be supported and guided by the airport staff.

Danang Airport to the city center

As the airport is only 4km from the city center, you can quickly visit famous destinations of Danang City such as the Golden bridge in Bana hills right after transiting from the airport to your accommodation. There are many ways for you to get to Danang city from Danang International Airport such as by shuttle bus, taxi, Grab Bike, and private car.

Shuttle buses and taxis are parked outside the arrival hall. You can catch a shuttle bus every 30-60 minutes and they have drop-off to most hotels in Danang. The buses can be late sometimes due to traffic jams and there is no luggage storage so it is not recommended for those who have tight schedules with big luggage.

Danang Airport to the city center

If you want a tranquil space, a taxi is another option to travel fastly to the center. But make sure you and your driver negotiate the price before you get on the car/bike, and also avoid any unclear information about the ride. Another way to get to the heart of Danang is by private car, this may be the fastest and most convenient way to travel to the center as you can book rides before you take flights and travel with total privacy.

To pre-book, you can contact Vietnam Airport Car for flexible car types and qualified services.

Danang Airport Taxi

Dang International Airport provides taxi stands outside the Arrival Hall. Some popular taxi brands are Mai Ling Taxi, Tien Sa Taxi, and Airport Taxi,... Usually, it will take a 10-minute ride to the city center and a 15-minute one to the seaside.  With this transporting form, make sure to check the meter box and prepare some changes as many drivers do not like large notes.

Danang Airport Taxi

Danang Airport Bus

Another transport that Danang Airport supports is the shuttle bus service. This is economical transportation for those who travel alone or have little luggage. The bus is placed out of the arrival terminal, departing every 30 minutes during peak hours and up to 60 minutes in non-peak hours.

The shuttle bus provides drop-offs to most downtown hotels in Danang, so you can check whether your hotel is included and further booking information at the Ground Transport Desks at the Arrival halls.

Be sure that you watch out for your luggage as you will share the public vehicle with many others, and perhaps download translating apps in advance as many drivers speak little English.

Danang Airport Bus

Danang Airport Private Car

Nowadays many tourists choose private car services when traveling to Dang as its flexibility and easy pre-booking. Same plus points as taxi service such as private space and noise avoidance, but you won’t have to spend time flagging one off as your English-speaking drivers will hold a board with your name on it right outside the arrival halls, no negotiating fares either as the priced is fixed when you pre-book the service.

Check out Vietnam Airport Car to book convenient and fast rides to enjoy fascinating places in Danang.

Danang Airport Private Car

Danang Airport to Hoian

Located in Quang Nam - the neighboring province of Danang, Hoian is a famous ancient town that many tourists recommend through their journey in Danang. Favorably called “City of Lights”, it is extra sparkling in the evening when it gets dark and all the colorful lanterns shine. Along with that, Hoi An features a night market and plenty of specialties, you might want to take a food tour or cyclo tour around this must-visit old town.

Only about 30 km away from Danang airport, you can reach this destination within around 30-90 minutes. There are plenty of options to choose from depending on your itinerary and budget. One of the easiest and most affordable ones to travel from Danang Airport to Hoian is by bus.

This transport is available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Depending on the traffic and peak hours, you can usually catch the bus at the airport but sometimes at the bus station in Danang.

Travel in groups and want to avoid crowded buses? a private car might be the best option for you. This is slightly more expensive than catching a bus, but there will be spacious room for all your luggage and no need to share seats with anyone aside from your travel company.

It is best if you pre-book this service before you arrive at Danang, so you can easily get in the car with the support of drivers and quickly meet the beautiful Hoian. Contact Vietnam Airport Car for professional service and 24/7 support.

Danang Airport to Hoian

The route is quite easy to go so young travelers may choose to rent motorbikes to get to Hoi An. You can hire a motorbike with a good price around Danang Airport and the city center or ask for the support of your accommodation host. During the trip, you can see the spectacular scenery on both sides of the road.

However, this transport is not suitable if the weather in Danang is bad. Prepare your driver’s license and raincoats to avoid any inconvenience before you reach Hoian.

Danang International Airport is a busy and bustling airport, so we hope that the information above can help you avoid confusion and stress when reaching the airport and traveling to famous destinations from there.

For detailed guides to other major airports in Vietnam, check out our posts Hanoi Airport and Tay Son Nhat Airport.