30 km · 35–50 min · From $10–16
Hoi An is the most charming town in Vietnam - a UNESCO-listed ancient trading port with lantern-lit streets, tailor shops, cooking classes and a car-free old town center. The 30 km journey from Da Nang Airport takes 35–50 minutes along the coastal road. There is no train or bus connection. A taxi, Grab or pre-booked transfer are the only options, and all are affordable.
| Option | Price (est.) | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked transfer | $10–16 | Fixed all-in price · meet & greet · flight tracking · ALL surcharges and tolls included · free cancellation |
| Metered taxi |
⚠ $10–15 meter ONLY + surcharges, tolls, tip on top |
Meter only - airport surcharge, tolls, midnight surcharge and tip added on top. Final cost varies with traffic. |
| Ride-hailing app | $7–11 | Upfront pricing - pickup may require walking to a designated zone, surge during busy times |
Note: Pre-booked transfer prices are the all-in amount you actually pay. Metered taxi prices shown are the meter only - typical out-of-pocket cost is 20–40% higher once airport surcharges, tolls and tip are added. Compare like-for-like before deciding.
No public transport runs from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An. Metered taxis cost 350,000–500,000 VND ($14–20). Grab costs 200,000–300,000 VND ($8–12). A pre-booked transfer costs $10–16 with meet-and-greet. Some hotels offer free or subsidized airport pickup.
A pre-booked transfer is the most convenient option because there is no public transport. Grab is the cheapest but requires a Vietnamese SIM or roaming data. For first-time visitors arriving at night, a pre-booked driver holding your name at arrivals is worth the small premium.
Grab works well on this route. Prices from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An center are typically 200,000–300,000 VND ($8–12). The app works in English. You need a local SIM or roaming data.
Pre-booked transfers include flight tracking - the driver waits regardless of how long the delay is, at no extra cost. Metered taxis are always available at Da Nang (DAD) but queues can be long during peak arrival times, and counters may close for late-night flights.
There are three price levels: a ride-hailing app at roughly $7–11, a metered taxi at $10–15 on the meter (plan for 20-40% more after airport surcharges, tolls and tip), and a pre-booked transfer at $10–16 - the only option where the amount you see is the amount you pay.
Plan for 35–50 min to cover the 30 km under normal conditions - rush-hour traffic in Da Nang can stretch that by another 20-30 minutes. With a pre-booked transfer your flight is tracked, so the driver adjusts to your actual arrival time.
Ride-hailing apps usually offer the lowest fare at $7–11, but airport pickup can require walking to a designated zone. Grab works well on this route. Prices from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An center are typically 200,000–300,000 VND ($8–12). The app works in English. You need a local SIM or roaming data. For most travelers a pre-booked transfer at $10–16 offers the best balance of price, comfort and reliability - there are no extra fees added on arrival.
Both work, but they solve different problems. The taxi rank at Da Nang (DAD) is fine when you are flexible on price; a pre-booked transfer is better when you want a fixed fare, a driver holding your name sign and a paper trail. Whatever you choose, decline any driver who approaches you inside the terminal.
Usually enough to get you there: pre-booked drivers are screened for basic English, while metered taxi drivers vary from fluent to phrasebook level. A Google Maps pin or the address in local script solves most misunderstandings before they happen.
See our full Da Nang International Airport transfer guide for all destinations, local taxi tips, FAQ and booking options. For nationwide context, see our Vietnam transfer guide.