Bangkok to Gia Lâm flights
Gia Lâm lies 993 km (617 mi) north-east of Bangkok, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 1 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bangkok | Gia Lâm | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Vietnam |
| Population | 5.1 million | 309,353 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
| Nearest large airport | DMK, 21 km out | HAN, 26 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Gia Lâm
Crossing from Thailand into Vietnam: money changes from the Baht to the Dong (VND); traffic switches to the right; sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK, 28 km).
Arriving in Gia Lâm
Gia Lâm is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 12,466-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Cat Bi International Airport (HPH, 85 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noi Bai International Airport | HAN | 26 km (16 mi) | 12,466 ft | 39 ft |
| Cat Bi International Airport | HPH | 85 km (53 mi) | 10,007 ft | 6 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Gia Lâm from Bangkok?
993 km (617 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bangkok.
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Gia Lâm by air?
About 2 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangkok and Gia Lâm?
No, both are on Asia/Bangkok at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bangkok to Gia Lâm flights?
Typically Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN); Gia Lâm also has HPH.
What currency do I need in Gia Lâm?
The Dong (VND).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.