Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Hanoi is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of Cardiff.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CWL to HAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
At the moment, ج.م. 22,444 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 45,314. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CWL to HAN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Noi Bai International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights taking off from Cardiff Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Noi Bai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CWL:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Reserve a hotel near HAN if you have a late Cardiff Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Hanoi and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Noi Bai International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Reserve your ride from Noi Bai International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a peak period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport to the centre of Hanoi has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Hanoi. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Cardiff Airport to Noi Bai International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Hanoi, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CWL to HAN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Vietnam
Việt Trì is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be explored once you've seen Hanoi. Around 48 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ, Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Vietnam, consider Móng Cái, roughly 225 kilometres east of Hanoi. Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach are key highlights.