Connectivity between the airport and city
Noi Bai International Airport is connected to the city through various public and private transportation options, such as:
- Bus
- Taxi
- Ride-hailing services (e.g., Grab)
- Electric taxis (e.g., Green SM)
The airport is located approximately 30 km north of Hanoi city centre.
Taxi pick-up area
- Taxi pick-up zones are available outside the arrival areas.
- Signages are displayed across the airport to guide passengers to designated pick-up points.
Inter-terminal connectivity
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected via the free “NIA Shuttle Bus” service.
To Travel Between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2:
- Passengers can use the free shuttle bus service operating every 15–30 minutes. The journey takes approximately 8–10 minutes.
- The shuttle operates daily from 06:00 to 01:30 the next day.
We recommend checking your terminal information before arriving at the airport to avoid any confusion.
Minimum layover time
- International to International: 90 minutes
- Domestic to International: 90 minutes
- International to Domestic: 120 minutes
Airport hotels