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Da Nang International Airport

Also known as: Da Nang Airport, Danang Airport, DAD Airport. Formerly Tourane Airport.

DAD · VVDN · Da Nang

Airport facts

Name
Da Nang International Airport
IATA code
DAD
ICAO code
VVDN
City
Da Nang
Country
Vietnam
Address
Hoa Cuong Ward, Da Nang, Vietnam
Coordinates
16.0439, 108.1994
Time zone
Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Terminals
Two terminals side by side: Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights, linked by a covered walkway.

About Da Nang International Airport

Da Nang International Airport (DAD) is the main airport for Da Nang and the central coast of Vietnam. It stands inside the city, about 3 km (2 miles) from the center and the Han River, and is the usual gateway for My Khe Beach, the Son Tra Peninsula, the Marble Mountains and the old town of Hoi An.

Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways and Sun PhuQuoc Airways link Da Nang with Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, Da Lat and other Vietnamese cities. International flights come mostly from South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Southeast Asia and Japan, with Korean carriers such as Korean Air, Asiana Airlines and Air Busan, plus Singapore Airlines, Scoot, AirAsia, EVA Air, Starlux Airlines and Emirates. The airport handled about 15.1 million passengers in 2025.

There are two terminals side by side, linked by a covered walkway: Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights.

From the airport, most travelers head to hotels along the Han River or the beachfront between My Khe and Non Nuoc. Hoi An is about 30 km (19 miles) to the south, roughly 45 minutes by road, and Hue lies to the north beyond the Hai Van Pass.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV); Terminal 2 is run by AHT, the Da Nang International Terminal Investment and Operation company

Passengers per year

About 15.1 million in 2025

Runways

Two parallel runways, 3,500 m and 3,048 m

Terminals

Terminal 1 (domestic), opened in 2011; Terminal 2 (international), opened in 2017

Arrival tips for Da Nang International Airport

On an international flight you arrive at Terminal 2. Immigration is on the ground floor: have your passport, valid for at least six months with a blank page, and your e-visa or visa exemption ready. If you hold a visa-on-arrival approval letter, go to the Visa on Arrival counter on the same floor before passport control.

Baggage claim follows, with free baggage carts at carousels 1 to 4 and an oversized claim area next to carousel 4 for bikes, golf bags and strollers. SIM card counters and a tourist information desk are in the baggage claim area, and currency exchange and ATMs are in the public arrivals area.

Domestic flights arrive at Terminal 1, where you collect your bags and walk straight out to the arrivals hall.

Outside, official taxis wait just beyond the arrivals halls and ride-hailing cars collect passengers in front of them; tell the app which terminal you are at. Pre-booked drivers wait in the public arrivals area.

Ground transportation

Taxis and ride-hailing cars are quick for the city and the beaches; a pre-booked car is easier for Hoi An, late arrivals and families.

  • Taxi from Da Nang airport

    Official taxis from companies such as Mai Linh, Tien Sa, VinaSun and Xanh SM wait outside the arrivals halls around the clock. The city center and the beaches are a short ride away; carry some cash, since not every company takes cards.

  • Grab and Xanh SM

    Ride-hailing cars collect passengers in front of the arrivals hall; choose Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 in the app. The fare shows before you book, but you may wait for a car at busy times.

  • City bus

    Local buses stop at pillar 2 outside Terminal 1 and pillars 7 and 8 outside Terminal 2, running in the daytime only. They are cheap but slow, with little room for large suitcases.

  • Bus to Hoi An

    A direct daytime bus links the airport with Hoi An. It suits light travelers arriving during the day.

  • Private transfer

    A pre-booked car meets you in the public arrivals area and goes door to door to Da Nang, the beach resorts or Hoi An, useful with luggage, children or a late flight.

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Moving between terminals

  1. Covered walkway

    Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 stand side by side and are linked by a covered walkway on the landside, outside security.

  2. Connecting flights

    Arriving on an international flight and continuing within Vietnam, you clear immigration and customs in Terminal 2, then walk to Terminal 1 to check in, unless your airline confirms your bags are checked through.

Terminals

Terminal 1

The domestic terminal, used by flights to and from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and other Vietnamese cities.

Terminal 2

The international terminal, with immigration on the ground floor and flights to South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, Southeast Asia and beyond.

Airlines and destinations

Domestic flights use Terminal 1 and international flights use Terminal 2, so Vietnam Airlines and VietJet Air fly from both.

Aero K T2

Cheongju

Air Astana T2

Almaty (seasonal)

Air Busan T2

Busan, Seoul Incheon

Air Cambodia T2

Siem Reap

Air Premia T2

Seoul Incheon

Air Seoul T2

Seoul Incheon

AirAsia T2

Kuala Lumpur

Asiana Airlines T2

Busan, Seoul Incheon

Bamboo Airways T1

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City

Batik Air Malaysia T2

Kuala Lumpur

Cebu Pacific T2

Manila

China Airlines T2

Taipei Taoyuan

Eastar Jet T2

Seoul Incheon

Emirates T2

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Dubai

EVA Air T2

Taipei Taoyuan

Hai Au Aviation T1

Dong Hoi, Hue

HK Express T2

Hong Kong

Hong Kong Airlines T2

Hong Kong

Korean Air T2

Seoul Incheon, Busan (seasonal)

Lao Airlines T2

Vientiane

Malaysia Airlines T2

Kuala Lumpur

Myanmar Airways International T2

Yangon

Philippine Airlines T2

Manila

Philippines AirAsia T2

Manila

Qanot Sharq T2

Tashkent

Royal Air Philippines T2

Manila

Scoot T2

Singapore

Singapore Airlines T2

Singapore

Starlux Airlines T2

Taipei Taoyuan

Sun PhuQuoc Airways T1

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc

Thai AirAsia T2

Bangkok Don Mueang

Thai VietJet Air T2

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tigerair Taiwan T2

Kaohsiung, Taipei Taoyuan

Trinity Airways T2

Cheongju, Seoul Incheon

VietJet Air

Ahmedabad, Buon Ma Thuot, Busan, Can Tho, Da Lat, Hai Phong, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Kuala Lumpur, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Seoul Incheon, Singapore, Tokyo Haneda, Vinh and more

Vietnam Airlines

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Chengdu Tianfu, Da Lat, Ha Long, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Osaka Kansai, Phu Quoc, Seoul Incheon, Shanghai Pudong, Singapore, Thanh Hoa, Tokyo Narita

Facilities

  • Currency exchange

    Counters in the terminals change US dollars, euros, pounds, yen, won and other major currencies.

  • ATMs

    In the public arrivals area on the ground floor and on level 2 of the terminal.

  • SIM cards

    Mobile operator counters are in the baggage claim area.

  • Tourist information

    A counter next to baggage claim hands out free city maps and transport advice.

  • Baggage carts

    Free baggage carts are next to the carousels in both terminals.

  • Oversized baggage

    In Terminal 2, bikes, surfboards, golf bags and strollers come out at the oversized claim area next to carousel 4.

  • Wi-Fi

    Free Wi-Fi is available in the terminals.

  • Shops and restaurants

    Duty-free shops, restaurants and cafes are in the departure areas past security.

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in kiosks are available in Terminal 2.

Airport lounges

The terminals connect only on the landside, so use a lounge in your departure terminal.

  • CIP Orchid Lounge, Terminal 2

    Airside in the international terminal, near gates 6 and 7. Open to Priority Pass and other lounge program members and to paying passengers.

  • Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge, Terminal 2

    For Vietnam Airlines and SkyTeam business-class passengers and eligible elite members on international flights.

  • Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge, Terminal 1

    For Vietnam Airlines business-class passengers and eligible Lotusmiles and SkyTeam elite members on domestic flights.

Accessibility and passenger assistance

  • Requesting assistance

    Ask your airline for wheelchair or mobility assistance when you book, ideally at least 48 hours before the flight, so staff can meet you at the aircraft.

  • In the terminal

    Special assistance and family services are available in the departure areas, and the information desks can help if you need support on arrival.

  • Service animals

    Rules for traveling with a service animal are set by your airline and by Vietnam's import rules, so check with the airline well before you fly.

Parking

Parking area

The parking area is in front of the terminals, straight ahead as you leave the arrivals hall, with the coach parking area on the left.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Da Nang airport from the city center?

Da Nang International Airport is about 3 km (2 miles) from the city center, so it sits inside the city itself. A taxi or ride-hailing car reaches the Han River area in a few minutes outside rush hour. The beachfront hotels along My Khe are a little farther east, across the river.

How do I get from Da Nang airport to Hoi An?

Hoi An is about 30 km (19 miles) south of the airport, roughly 45 minutes by road. You can take a taxi, a ride-hailing car or a pre-booked transfer straight to your hotel, or a direct daytime bus. Cars cannot enter the walking streets of the Ancient Town, so drivers stop at the nearest point a car can reach.

How many terminals does Da Nang airport have?

Da Nang airport has two terminals side by side. Terminal 1 handles domestic flights and Terminal 2 handles international flights. They are linked by a covered walkway on the landside, so check your ticket and give the right terminal to anyone collecting you, and choose the right building when you fly out.

Which terminal is for international flights at Da Nang airport?

International flights use Terminal 2, which opened in 2017. Immigration is on its ground floor, followed by baggage claim and customs. Domestic flights to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and other Vietnamese cities use Terminal 1, so Vietnam Airlines and VietJet Air passengers may use either building depending on the flight.

Do I need a visa to fly into Da Nang?

Most travelers need a Vietnamese e-visa, which is open to all nationalities, allows stays of up to 90 days and should be applied for on the official government portal. Citizens of some countries, including several in Europe and Asia, can enter without a visa for a limited stay. Check the current rules for your passport before you fly.

How do I take a taxi from Da Nang airport?

Official taxis wait at the taxi stand just outside the arrivals halls, around the clock, with staff to help you. Companies include Mai Linh, Tien Sa, VinaSun, Hai Van and the electric Xanh SM. Carry some Vietnamese dong, since only some companies take cards, and use only official taxis rather than drivers who approach you inside.

Can I use Grab at Da Nang airport?

Yes. Ride-hailing apps such as Grab and Xanh SM work at Da Nang airport. Choose Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 when you book, since the cars collect passengers in front of each arrivals hall. Check the plate number and driver in the app before you get in, so the ride matches the fare shown.

Is there a bus from Da Nang airport?

Yes. City buses stop at pillar 2 outside Terminal 1 and pillars 7 and 8 outside Terminal 2, and a direct bus runs to Hoi An. They operate in the daytime only and are slow with large suitcases, so most visitors arriving late or with luggage take a taxi, Grab or a pre-booked car.

Where can I change money or buy a SIM card at Da Nang airport?

SIM card counters are in the baggage claim area, so you can buy one before you clear customs. Currency exchange counters handle US dollars, euros, pounds, yen, won and other major currencies, and ATMs are in the public arrivals area on the ground floor. Vietnam uses the dong, and many taxis take cash only.

Are there lounges at Da Nang airport?

Yes. In Terminal 2, the CIP Orchid Lounge near gates 6 and 7 is open to Priority Pass members and paying passengers, and Vietnam Airlines has a Lotus Lounge for eligible business-class and elite passengers. Terminal 1 has its own Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge. The terminals connect only landside, so use a lounge in your departure terminal.

Which airlines fly to Da Nang?

Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways and Sun PhuQuoc Airways fly domestic routes to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc and other cities. Internationally, Korean carriers such as Korean Air, Asiana Airlines and Air Busan lead, with EVA Air, Starlux Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Scoot, AirAsia, HK Express and Emirates also serving Da Nang.

How do I transfer between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Da Nang airport?

Walk along the covered walkway that links the two terminals on the landside, outside security. If you arrive internationally and continue on a domestic flight, you clear immigration and customs in Terminal 2, then check in again at Terminal 1 unless your airline confirms your bags are checked through to your final stop.

What time zone is Da Nang in?

Da Nang is on Indochina Time, UTC+7, all year round. Vietnam does not use daylight saving time, so the clocks never change. That puts Da Nang one hour behind Singapore, Hong Kong and Taipei, and two hours behind Seoul and Tokyo, which helps when you check arrival times on connecting flights.

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Do drivers speak English?

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Are tips mandatory?

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What currencies are accepted?

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Are pets allowed?

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Is there room for luggage?

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