Fly from Hanoi to Halong Bay: Guide to Book the Best Flight

When it comes to how to get to Halong Bay from Hanoi, now tourists are offered a wide range of means of transport. If you like to have new experiences, a Hanoi to Halong Bay flight may be a good choice, as it allows you to get to Ha Long in the shortest time plus have a panoramic view of the World Heritage from above. Is it interesting to you? Keep reading to know more.

Overview of Hanoi to Halong Bay Flight 

With a distance of about 170 km, there is no direct commercial flight between Hanoi and Halong Bay. However, you can fly to Halong Bay from Hanoi by seaplane or helicopter, which is a new great experience to explore the spectacular bay from a bird's-eye view.

Hanoi to Halong Bay flight view

Furthermore, Hanoi Airport (Noi Bai Airport) also is an airport near Halong Bay. So you can get to Halong Bay by flying to Noi Bai airport and then taking a car or bus to Halong Bay; it's a popular way for many tourists to visit Halong Bay.

Fly from Hanoi to Halong Bay by Seaplane

Why You Should Try A Seaplane?

As luxury transportation, a seaplane provides you the high-end services with the best experience during the flight. Besides, it allows you to have a panoramic view of many stunning sceneries from above, thus having an extremely fascinating experience. You can stand a good chance to take some excellent photos for your travel collection.

Fly from Hanoi to Halong Bay by seaplane

Seaplane Schedule and Price

• Schedule

Usually, the flight schedule will be updated according to each season of the year. However, it always follows a fixed itinerary. During the trip, there is usually an additional 15-minute scenic flight around the World Heritage.

- In summer: 9 am and 2 pm every day. In winter: 12.30 am and 4.15 pm.

- Depart from: Noi Bai Airport, at Counter E09, Lobby E, Terminal 1

- Arrive at: Villa T7 Tuan Chau Commercial Urban Area, Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay

• Price

The cost of one flight is around 175 USD - 385 USD per person. The price can vary according to seasons and the kinds of flights. For the best deal, you should book the flight together with cruise Halong Bay.

Let's check the Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise with Seaplane for 2 days at BestPrice Travel.

For further information, please see our travel guide on Seaplane Hanoi to Halong Bay: Fantastic Way to Experience

Fly to Halong Bay from Hanoi by Helicopter

Why You Should Try A Helicopter?

A helicopter can also provide you with many luxury tourist services and a great way to explore Halong Bay.

From Hanoi, you can be taken to Halong Bay in just 45 minutes by helicopter. Therefore, it has been considered the fastest way to travel from Hanoi to Halong Bay. Also, you can have a chance to catch sight of many stunning sceneries from above and take photos of them.

Fly from Hanoi to Halong Bay by helicopter

Helicopter Schedule and Price

• Schedule

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday: depart at 9 am at Gia Lam Heliport, then after about 45 to 50-minute flight

Arriving at: Halong Heliport on General Giap Hill.

The flight time is including 8 minutes for sightseeing. If you don't prefer the sightseeing experience, there are still options for you as in the afternoon of the same days, just-flight helicopters are available and leave the ground at 2 pm (on Tuesday and Wednesday) or 4.30 pm (on Saturday).

• Price

The price for a helicopter from Hanoi to Halong Bay varies according to each time of the year, plus the kinds of service.

Usually, it will cost you about 440 USD per person for a flight that offers an 8-minute scenic tour and 390 USD per person for the just-flight service. 

View of a flight from Hanoi to Halong Bay by Helicopter

For more details, please see our travel guide on Hanoi to Halong Bay Helicopter: A Fancy Way to Travel

Seaplane vs Helicopter: Which is Better?

Seaplane or Helicopter, each of them can meet a particular demand, so before choosing one, you have to think clearly about what you want to expect.

Above are all the recommendations on what a Hanoi to Halong Bay flight is like. Since the price of a seaplane or helicopter is pretty high, the service offered to you is more professional. If you are interested in one of them, contact us BestPrice Travel for more information. We all wish you to have a great experience on Halong Bay cruises from Hanoi, and thus be here to help you anytime.

Duc Anh Tran

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