Vietnam's primary international gateway serving the capital Hanoi.
Opened
1978
Location
Hanoi, Vietnam
Noi Bai International Airport is the main international airport serving Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, located approximately 35 kilometers north of the city center in Soc Son District. It is one of the two largest airports in Vietnam, alongside Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City.
The airport underwent significant expansion with the opening of Terminal 2 in 2015, designed by Japanese firm Nikken Sekkei, substantially increasing its capacity. It serves as the primary hub for Vietnam Airlines and a focus city for VietJet Air and Bamboo Airways.
Noi Bai handles tens of millions of passengers annually and connects Hanoi to major international destinations across Asia, Europe, and beyond, playing a critical role in Vietnam's growing aviation sector.
Terminals
The airport operates two terminals: Terminal 1 handling domestic flights and Terminal 2 serving international routes, with a combined capacity of over 25 million passengers per year.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include city buses, airport express bus routes, taxis, and ride-hailing services connecting the airport to central Hanoi, approximately 35 kilometers away.
Airlines here
Vietnam Airlines uses Noi Bai as its primary hub, while VietJet Air and Bamboo Airways also maintain significant operations here, alongside numerous international carriers.
Notable facts
- ›Terminal 2 was designed by Japanese architectural firm Nikken Sekkei and opened in January 2015.
- ›The airport is named after the Noi Bai commune in Soc Son District where it is located.
- ›It is one of only two international hub airports in Vietnam, alongside Tan Son Nhat in Ho Chi Minh City.
- ›A planned rail link connecting Noi Bai to Hanoi city center has been discussed but not yet completed.
- ›The airport has been recognized multiple times for improvements in service quality and passenger experience in the Asia-Pacific region.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
