Dalat travel guide
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You're Going to Love Dalat
With a population of 197,000, Dalat is the largest city in Lam Dong, Vietnam by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Dalat deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Dalat
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dalat in May, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 250 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Dalat, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
How to Get to Dalat
Plane
When flying to Dalat, you’ll arrive at Dalat Lien Khuong Intl (DLI), which is located 23 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dalat from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 24h 35m.
Bus
Bus operates bus routes to Dalat. The most popular bus station is Dalat Bến xe Liên, located 2.0 km from the city centre of Dalat. Dalat Đường Mai Anh Đào is also a commonly used station, and is 4 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Dalat
Where to stay in Dalat
Average rates range from around $36 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $93 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ttr An Nam Apart Hotel and Tulip Hotel 2. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Dalat, with prices from $9 to $158 per night. Phuong 4 is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Dalat are about 20% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Dalat
Most booked hotels in Dalat
Hiring a car in Dalat
Expect to pay $1.57 per litre in Dalat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.74 and $24.99.