Short answer: Da Nang International Airport is about 30 km north of Hoi An, a 40–50 minute drive in normal traffic. Leave Hoi An about 3 hours 45 minutes before an international flight and 2 hours 45 minutes before a domestic one. A private car from your hotel is $18 per car (5 seats) or $23 (7 seats); a Grab costs roughly 250,000–350,000 VND. Prices checked on 28 October 2026.
Private car Hoi An → Da Nang Airport
5-seat car (up to 3 guests): $18 · 7-seat car (up to 5 guests): $23
Per car, not per person · same price as the airport to Hoi An
40–50 minutes · pick-up at your hotel door, early mornings included · no deposit, pay the driver
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Hoi An to Da Nang Airport at a glance
Option | Time (approx.) | Estimated cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
Pre-booked private car | 40–50 min | $18 (5-seat) / $23 (7-seat) per car | Families, big suitcases, early flights |
Grab / Xanh SM | 40–60 min | about 250,000–350,000 VND (4 seats); 350,000–450,000 VND (7 seats) | Couples with light bags and mobile data |
Metered taxi | 40–60 min | about 300,000–450,000 VND | When your hotel calls one for you |
Shared shuttle van | 60–75 min | about 130,000–150,000 VND per seat | Solo travellers on a budget with a daytime flight |
Grab, taxi and shuttle prices are estimates gathered in October 2026. They rise at peak times and in the rain, so check the app or confirm before you ride.
When to leave Hoi An for your flight
Da Nang Airport's own visitor guide recommends arriving 3 hours before an international flight and 2 hours before a domestic flight. International check-in usually closes 50–60 minutes before departure, and domestic check-in about 40 minutes before. Add 40–50 minutes for the drive, plus a small buffer, and you get these pick-up times:
Flight time | International (T2): leave Hoi An | Domestic (T1): leave Hoi An |
|---|---|---|
07:00 | 03:15 | 04:15 |
10:00 | 06:15 | 07:15 |
14:00 | 10:15 | 11:15 |
19:00 | 15:15 | 16:15 |
23:30 | 19:45 | 20:45 |
Leave 15–30 minutes earlier between 16:30 and 18:30, when Da Nang traffic is heaviest, and on rainy days from September to December. During Tet and summer holidays the queues at check-in and security can also be longer.
Which terminal: T1 or T2?
Terminal 1 (T1) handles domestic flights, for example to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang or Phu Quoc.
Terminal 2 (T2) handles international flights, for example to Singapore, Seoul, Busan, Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur.
The two terminals are next to each other and linked by a covered walkway, but it is easier if the driver drops you at the right door. Tell us your flight number when you book and we will check the terminal.
Check-in for both terminals is on the upper level, where the car drops you. T2 also has self check-in kiosks.
Early-morning flights
Many flights to Singapore, Seoul and Bangkok leave Da Nang between 06:00 and 09:00, which means a pick-up in Hoi An between 02:30 and 05:30. Grab cars can be scarce at that hour, and taxis may not be waiting outside small homestays on walking streets.
A pre-booked driver is at your door at the agreed time, with the price fixed in advance. Early pick-ups cost nothing extra.
Ask your hotel the night before for a breakfast box and to settle the bill, so you are not waiting at reception.
If your homestay is on a pedestrian lane in the Ancient Town, the driver will wait at the nearest point cars can reach. We will send you a map pin.
Late flights: make the most of your last day
Most Hoi An hotels check you out at noon. With an evening flight, you have most of a day left:
Store your bags at reception and spend the afternoon at An Bang Beach or in the Ancient Town.
Stop at Marble Mountains on the way. It sits right on the road to the airport, about 20 minutes from Hoi An. A stop adds $4 (under 30 minutes) or $6 (longer); your luggage stays locked in the car. Read our Marble Mountains guide for tickets and the lift.
See a little of Da Nang first. Ask for a short stop at My Khe Beach or the Dragon Bridge if you have time before check-in.
What is included in the price
One price per car, not per person: $18 for a 5-seat car (up to 3 guests with luggage) or $23 for a 7-seat car (up to 5 guests).
Pick-up at your hotel in the Ancient Town, An Bang, Cam Thanh or Cua Dai; fuel, tolls and airport parking.
Child seats on request at no extra cost.
No deposit: pay the driver at the airport, in cash (VND or USD) or by bank transfer.
If your driver is more than 15 minutes late, the ride is free.
Planning the rest of your trip
Arriving in Da Nang soon? Book the same ride the other way with our Da Nang Airport to Hoi An transfer. Moving on by road instead of flying? See Hoi An to Hue by private car, or compare all private car day trips. All our airport rides are listed on the Da Nang airport transfer page.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport?
About 40–50 minutes for the 30 km drive in normal traffic. Allow an hour in the late afternoon and up to 90 minutes in heavy rain between September and December.
How early should I leave Hoi An for my flight?
Leave about 3 hours 45 minutes before an international flight and about 2 hours 45 minutes before a domestic flight. That covers the drive plus the recommended 3 hours (international) or 2 hours (domestic) at the airport.
How much is a private car from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport?
$18 for a 5-seat car (up to 3 guests) or $23 for a 7-seat car (up to 5 guests), per car. Tolls, parking and child seats are included.
How much is a Grab from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport?
Roughly 250,000–350,000 VND for a standard car and 350,000–450,000 VND for a 7-seat car (October 2026 estimates). The app shows the exact fare before you confirm.
Which terminal do I need at Da Nang Airport?
Terminal 1 (T1) is for domestic flights and Terminal 2 (T2) is for international flights. Tell your driver which one, and check your booking if you are connecting.
Can we stop at Marble Mountains on the way to the airport?
Yes. Marble Mountains is right on the route. A stop adds $4 (under 30 minutes) or $6 (longer), and the entrance ticket is paid separately. It works best with an afternoon or evening flight.
Do I need to pay in advance?
No. There is no deposit. You pay the driver at the airport, in cash (VND or USD) or by bank transfer.