Da Nang Airport at a glance
Da Nang International Airport (IATA code DAD) has two terminals: T1 for domestic flights and T2 for international flights. It lies about 3 km from the city centre. A taxi or app car reaches most city hotels in 10 to 15 minutes.
Most visitors also head up to the mountains. For a booked day trip that handles the road for you, see our guide to Ba Na Hills tours from Da Nang and Hoi An, or read how to get from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills if you travel on your own.
Taxi and transfers from Da Nang Airport (DAD)
Typical figures, not fixed prices. The meter or the app price applies.
| Destination | Option | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| City centre | Taxi or app car | About 10 to 15 minutes. An app car costs roughly VND 70,000 to 120,000. Some taxis add an airport surcharge of VND 10,000 to 30,000. |
| City centre | City bus | Line 12 costs about VND 8,000 and runs from the airport from 05:30 to 19:00. Line 06 runs on different hours, so check the current plan. |
| Ba Na Hills | Bus line 03 | Runs from the airport area from 07:00 to 18:00, about every 30 minutes, from VND 30,000. Return from Ba Na runs 08:00 to 19:00. Confirm the pickup point on arrival. |
| Hoi An | Airport bus or taxi | Road distance of 27 to 30 km. The airport bus costs VND 120,000, half price under 6 years. Check the current timetable. |
For most visitors with luggage, a taxi or app car straight to the hotel is the simplest choice. Buses suit travellers with little luggage and a flexible plan. Do not read the Ba Na Hills taxi figures below as an airport price.
Our pick: shuttle to Ba Na Hills
A shared shuttle from central Da Nang hotels gets you up and back without a taxi.
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Da Nang tours and transfers
Day trips from Da Nang and Hoi An, including Ba Na Hills, with live prices and availability.
From the airport to Ba Na Hills and Hoi An
Ba Na Hills lies roughly 34 to 40 km from the city centre by road, depending on the route, and the drive takes about 40 to 50 minutes. A taxi from Da Nang city costs roughly VND 350,000 to 420,000 one way, or VND 500,000 to 600,000 return with about 4 hours of waiting. Those are guide figures from the city, not a fixed price from the airport. Cars reach the foot of the mountain and the car park, where parking is free. From there, the cable car takes you up.
The free resort shuttle starts in the city and along the coast, not at the airport. It runs on registration: sign up one day ahead, because places are limited. Hoi An has its own guide for the ride: read how to get from Da Nang to Hoi An.
Vietnam visa and entry rules
The rules in 2026. Check yours before you book.
Visa-free stays
Citizens of several European countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Spain and the UK, can stay up to 45 days without a visa under the rule that has applied since 15 March 2025. Entry and exit day both count, and your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on arrival. Check your own nationality, because this is not a full country list.
The e-visa
The e-visa allows up to 90 days, and travellers of any nationality can apply in principle. Da Nang International Airport is an approved entry point. You apply on the official e-visa portal. The fee is USD 25 for single entry and USD 50 for multiple entry, and processing normally takes 3 working days. Approval is never guaranteed.
Before you fly
Print your approval. Names and passport details in the application must be correct and match your passport.
Rental car and scooter in Da Nang
If you rent a car, a scooter or a motorbike, check your licence first. Foreign visitors need an international permit plus their national licence. A car licence (class B) does not cover scooters or motorbikes over 50 cc, and the B196 licence is not accepted. These are the rules in 2026.
On the mountain roads, notably Son Tra and the Hai Van Pass, the road rules differ by route. Read the guides to the Son Tra Peninsula and the Hai Van Pass before you rent. If you want to avoid the hassle, a taxi, a transfer or a guided tour covers the same ground.
Da Nang Airport: frequently asked questions
How far is Da Nang Airport from the city centre?
About 3 km, or roughly 10 to 15 minutes by taxi or app car.
How much is a taxi from Da Nang Airport to the city?
An app car costs roughly VND 70,000 to 120,000, and some taxis add an airport surcharge of VND 10,000 to 30,000. The meter or the app price applies, so treat these as guide figures.
Is there a direct bus from the airport to Ba Na Hills?
Bus line 03 runs from the airport area to Ba Na Hills, from 07:00 to 18:00 about every 30 minutes, from VND 30,000. Confirm the pickup point on arrival.
Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
That depends on your nationality. Citizens of several European countries can stay up to 45 days without a visa. Others can apply for an e-visa of up to 90 days for USD 25 or USD 50. Check your own situation before you travel.
Which terminal do international flights use?
Da Nang International Airport has two terminals: T1 for domestic flights and T2 for international flights.