Question 1

Which Vietnam airport is closest to Hoi An?

Accepted Answer

Hoi An is a city in Vietnam that is well-known for its ancient town. While Hoi An has no airport, the best airport for tourists travelling here is the Da Nang International Airport (DAD) that is situated in the neighbouring city, Da Nang. You will need to travel by road from the airport to Hoi An as there are also no trains travelling here. Visitors can expect an estimated travel time of 48min from the Da Nang International Airport (DAD) to the city of Hoi An.

Question 2

I’m travelling to Vietnam to visit Halong Bay. Where should I fly to?

Accepted Answer

Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) is situated 30 km from Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. Travellers who arrive with the intention of heading to Halong Bay usually spend a day exploring the bustling main city and travel to Halong Bay the following day. The capital city boasts architecture that is centuries old and offers tourists a rich cultural experience.

Question 3

Do I need a visa to travel to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Australian citizens that are travelling to Vietnam for tourism or business purposes will require a valid passport as well as a visa. You will need to arrange your visa before your departure. Alternatively, you will be able to obtain an approval letter to receive your visa upon arrival, although, it is best to obtain a visa before your Vietnam venture.

Question 4

Can I fly direct to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

There are some direct flights from Australia to Vietnam’s main airports from major cities in Australia such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.

Question 5

Which airport should I fly into if I'm visiting Da Nang?

Accepted Answer

If you are planning to visit Da Nang, Vietnam, you should fly into Da Nang International Airport. It is the airport serving the city and is located only about 3 km from the city centre, making it an easy option for travellers.

Question 6

What are convenient options for flights to Vietnam from Queensland, Australia?

Accepted Answer

There are several airlines that offer flights from Queensland to Vietnam, including Vietnam Airlines, Qantas, Jetstar and AirAsia. Some possible departure airports from Queensland for flights to Vietnam include Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Cairns Airport (CNS), depending on the airline and travel dates. Most of these flights are direct, with the exception of AirAsia, which offers flights from Brisbane to Ho Chi Minh City with a stopover in Kuala Lumpur (KUL).

Question 7

Which airport is close to the Con Dao Islands, Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

The airport close to Con Dao Islands, Vietnam, is Con Dao Airport (VCS). If you are flying from Australia, you will likely arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and then take a domestic flight to Con Dao Airport, on Con Son Island, via a domestic airline such as Bamboo Airways or Vietnam Airlines.

Question 8

Which holidays may affect flights to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

The Tet Nguyen Dan holiday, which is Vietnam's Lunar New Year celebration, may affect flights to Vietnam. During Tet, many businesses and government offices in Vietnam shut down, and travel within the country can be heavily impacted due to high demand for flights, limited availability and increased travel costs. Travellers should plan accordingly and book flights early to avoid potential disruptions or difficulties.

Question 9

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Australia to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Australia to Vietnam. <a href='/flight-routes/Australia-AU0/Vietnam-VN0'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 10

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Australia to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Australia to Vietnam is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Australia-AU0/Vietnam-VN0'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 11

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Australia to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Australia to Vietnam with an airline and back with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Australia-AU0/Vietnam-VN0'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 12

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Australia to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Australia to Vietnam up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Australia-AU0/Vietnam-VN0'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 13

Which airlines fly most frequently to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Australia and Vietnam are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Vietnam Airlines (38 flights per week), VietJet Air (35 flights per week), and Jetstar (10 flights per week).

Question 14

How many airports are there in Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

There are 20 airports in Vietnam. The busiest airport is Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN), with 38% of all flights arriving there.

Question 15

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Vietnam is Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN), with an average flight price of $441.

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Vietnam is Monday when return tickets can be as cheap as $788. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, when return prices are $887 on average.

Question 17

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Vietnam is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost $484 on average. Morning departures are around 76% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Vietnam is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $853.

Question 18

What is the cheapest flight to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest ticket to Vietnam from Australia found in the last 72 hours was to Ho Chi Minh City, at $285 return. The most popular route is Brisbane (BNE) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $285.

Question 19

What is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Australia to Vietnam is May, when tickets cost $502 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,305 and $979 respectively.

Question 20

How far in advance should I book a flight from Australia to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

To get a below-average price on the flight from Australia to Vietnam, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 1 week before departure.

Question 21

How many cities have direct flights to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

From Australia, there are direct flights to Vietnam from 4 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Sydney, with 48 direct flights each week.

Question 22

How many direct flights to Vietnam are there each day?

Accepted Answer

There are around 15 direct flights from within Australia to Vietnam every day. Most flights (47%) depart in the morning.

Question 23

How many direct flights to Vietnam are there each week?

Accepted Answer

Each week there are around 100 direct flights from within Australia to Vietnam. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 24

How long is the flight to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

An average direct flight from Australia to Vietnam takes 17h 16m, covering a distance of 10664 km. The shortest route is Perth (PER) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) with an average flight time of 6h 35m.

Question 25

How many long-haul flights are there to Vietnam each week?

Accepted Answer

Each week, there are 88 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration) and 12 medium-haul flights (3-6 hour flight duration) to Vietnam. There aren’t any short-haul flights (up to 3 hour flight duration).

Question 26

What are the most popular destinations in Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Ho Chi Minh City (68% of total searches to Vietnam). The next most popular destinations are Hanoi (16%) and Da Nang (10%). Searches for flights to Phu Quoc (2%), to Hue (1%), and to Nha Trang (1%) are also popular.

Question 27

How much is a flight to Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

A flight to Vietnam costs $706 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $168 for the route Perth (PER) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN). The most popular routes on KAYAK are Perth to Ho Chi Minh City which costs $651 on average, and Melbourne to Hanoi, which costs $871 on average.

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