5 km · 10-15 min · From $8-12
My Khe Beach sits just 5 km from Da Nang International Airport, making it one of Vietnam's most accessible coastal destinations. The 10-15 minute journey follows Vo Nguyen Giap Street directly along the coastline. Most travelers choose between metered airport taxis at 60,000-120,000 VND, Grab rides starting around 40,000 VND, or pre-booked hotel transfers. During peak morning hours (7-9 AM), expect slight delays near the Non Nuoc intersection.
| Option | Price (est.) | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked transfer | $8-12 | Fixed all-in price · meet & greet · flight tracking · ALL surcharges and tolls included · free cancellation |
| Metered taxi |
⚠ $3-5 meter ONLY + $2-4 surcharges, tolls, tip ≈ $5-9 typical total |
Meter only - airport surcharge, tolls, midnight surcharge and tip added on top. Final cost varies with traffic. |
| Ride-hailing app | $2-4 | 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.
Airport taxis using Mai Linh or Vinasun meters charge 60,000-120,000 VND (roughly $3-5) for the beach route, with newer vehicles at the higher end. Grab and Gojek operate reliably in Da Nang with typical fares of 40,000-80,000 VND ($2-4) depending on vehicle type-GrabBike costs as little as 25,000 VND but isn't practical with luggage. Pre-booked private transfers through hotels run 200,000-300,000 VND ($8-12) and include meet-and-greet service. Airport shuttle buses stop at major beach hotels for 40,000 VND per person. The coastal route has minimal traffic outside rush hours, making all options quick and straightforward.
Airport taxis make sense when you have beach equipment, surfboards, or multiple bags that won't fit on a motorcycle taxi. Families with young children prefer the air-conditioned comfort and car seats available from pre-arranged transfers. Late-night arrivals after 11 PM see fewer Grab drivers, making official airport taxis more reliable despite costing 20,000-30,000 VND extra.
Grab dominates Da Nang with GrabCar, GrabBike, and 6-seater GrabCar Plus options covering the airport route 24/7. Gojek operates as a secondary choice with similar pricing. Both apps accept international credit cards and display upfront fares in Vietnamese dong before booking.
A pre-booked private transfer is $8-12 all-in - the price is fixed and includes airport surcharges, tolls and meet-and-greet. A metered taxi shows $3-5 on the meter, but the actual amount you pay is typically 20-40% higher once airport surcharges, tolls and a tip are added. Ride-hailing is $2-4 where available.
The 5 km drive takes 10-15 min in normal conditions. Traffic in Da Nang during rush hour can add 20-30 minutes. Pre-booked transfers track your flight automatically, so a delayed arrival does not affect pickup.
On pure price, a ride-hailing app wins at around $2-4 - though you may need to walk to a designated pickup zone. Grab dominates Da Nang with GrabCar, GrabBike, and 6-seater GrabCar Plus options covering the airport route 24/7. Gojek operates as a secondary choice with similar pricing. Both apps accept international credit cards and display upfront fares in Vietnamese dong before booking. Weigh that against a pre-booked transfer at $8-12: slightly more, but with a driver waiting at arrivals and nothing added on top.
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.
With a pre-booked transfer, drivers are generally vetted for basic English. In a metered taxi it is more of a lottery - functional at big airports, limited elsewhere. Keep your hotel name written in the local script or a Google Maps pin ready, particularly if it sits on a small lane.
Nothing you need to act on: pre-booked transfers track your flight, and the driver waits out any delay at no extra charge. If you land late and rely on the taxi queue at Da Nang (DAD) instead, be prepared for longer waits and the possibility that counters have closed overnight.
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.