Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Hanoi's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Hanoi 14 hours ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you get on your SAN to HAN flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Many passengers pass through Narita International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,360. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ر.ق. 2,914. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SAN to HAN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN's address is Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights leaving from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
San Diego International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SAN? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Diego International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HAN instead:
Pick up a Noi Bai International Airport rental car and explore parts of Hanoi that aren't on every traveller's list. You can book your wheels with Dichung Car Hire.
Increase the odds of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Noi Bai International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport to central Hanoi has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Hanoi. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport for June if you want to explore Hanoi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 36ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to HAN in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Hanoi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam waiting to be discovered. Around 48 kilometres north-west of Hanoi, a trip to Việt Trì will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ, Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Vietnam, consider Móng Cái, about 225 kilometres east of Hanoi. Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach are key reasons to visit.
