Travelling from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): What you need to know
Bangkok is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport flight.
Bangkok and Hanoi (where Noi Bai International Airport is located) share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 57 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) is the most popular route. Thai Airways International operates the earliest flight at 7:45am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from BKK to HAN is with Vietnam Airlines at 10:15pm.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to HAN. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can jump on a direct flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport departing BKK include:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between BKK and HAN is Vietnam Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, Thai Airways International has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Suvarnabhumi Airport:
67.87% of flights that leave from Suvarnabhumi Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) flight ticket out of Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Work out whether departing from DMK makes the most sense for you.
Board your direct flight from Bangkok to HAN with Thai AirAsia. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of DMK.
On the DMK to HAN route, Thai AirAsia is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Among the carriers operating flights between Don Mueang International Airport and Noi Bai International Airport, Thai AirAsia has the best track record for timeliness.
DMK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Bangkok to HAN flight, stay in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.48%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Reserve a hotel near HAN if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Hanoi. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Right now, $64 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $155. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Bangkok to HAN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Hanoi. July is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a Bangkok to HAN flight ticket departing in June if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hanoi to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Hanoi
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Noi Bai International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hanoi:
Your trip to Hanoi wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hanoi Street Foods and Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre.
Explore more of Vietnam
Móng Cái is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Hanoi. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Baĩ biển Trà Cổ, Tra Co beach and Biển Trà cổ, Móng Cái, Quảng Ninh.
Around 129 kilometres south of Hanoi, Bỉm Sơn is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Start your sightseeing at Quang Khanh Pagoda, Thung lũng xanh and Di Tích Lịch Sử Động Cửa Buồng.