Van Don International Airport (VDO)

Van Don International Airport (IATA code: VDO, ICAO code: VVVD), the first privately operated airport in Vietnam, has significantly improved access to a variety of domestic and international flights to the tourism-focused province of Quang Ninh. Since its inauguration in December 2018, this modern airport has been recognized as one of the best new airports worldwide, earning accolades like the 'World's Leading New Airport' in the World Travel Awards 2025. Travelers can now enjoy substantial time savings, as international visitors no longer have to travel to Noi Bai International Airport followed by a lengthy drive to Halong Bay.

Location

Van Don International Airport covers an impressive area of 290 hectares on Van Don Island, providing passengers with stunning views of Bai Tu Long Bay. The airport is conveniently linked to Halong City via a newly developed expressway, with the drive taking approximately 30 to 45 minutes.

Van Don International Airport

The airport features two levels; the first floor serves arrivals, while the second floor is dedicated to departures, which includes 31 check-in counters for added efficiency.

Flights

As a hub for Vietjet Air, Vietnam Airlines, and Bamboo Airways, Van Don International Airport provides a variety of regional flights to Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang City. It also offers longer-haul international flights to popular destinations including Denpasar (Indonesia), Phuket (Thailand), Frankfurt (Germany), Incheon (South Korea), Tokyo (Japan), Taipei (Taiwan), and Shenzhen (China).

Airport Transfer

Travelers can take advantage of complimentary bus tickets to Halong City and Yen Tu, valid for 30 days from the date of their flight. Additionally, there are two public shuttle bus services that operate every 90 minutes between Van Don International Airport and Halong City. Bus No. 14A travels from the airport to Halong Flower Park (Le Thanh Tong Street), while Bus No. 14B services the Sunworld Complex.

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