Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Da Nang Airport (DAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Da Nang is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Sydney.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to DAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney Airport to Da Nang Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SYD and DAD:
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Ho Chi Minh City Airport
Hanoi Airport
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
66% of flights taking off from Sydney Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Sydney Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sydney Airport to Da Nang Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Da Nang Airport (DAD)
If you're arriving on a late Sydney Airport to Da Nang Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near DAD:
Pick up a Da Nang Airport rental car from leading providers like Avis or Dichung Car Rental. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Da Nang and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Da Nang Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Da Nang Airport (DAD) to central Da Nang
From Da Nang Airport, Da Nang is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Da Nang Airport (DAD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sydney Airport to Da Nang Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Da Nang. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Sydney Airport to Da Nang Airport for June if you'd like to visit Da Nang during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to DAD in January. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've seen Da Nang, now it's time to discover other parts of Vietnam. Travel around 274 kilometres south-east to Qui Nhon to tick off its must-visit sights. From Coral island to Ky Co Beach and Quy Nhon Coast Road, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.