Hạ Long to Bangkok flights
Bangkok lies 1,061 km (659 mi) south-west of Hạ Long, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 7 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.
| Hạ Long | Bangkok | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Thailand |
| Population | 270,054 | 5.1 million |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
| Nearest large airport | HPH, 39 km out | DMK, 21 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Bangkok
Crossing from Vietnam into Thailand: money changes from the Dong to the Baht (THB); traffic switches to the left; sockets are Euro, NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +66; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648876 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648881.
Airports at each end
Leaving Hạ Long
Hạ Long is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cat Bi International Airport (HPH), 39 km (24 mi) from the centre, whose 10,007-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Van Don International Airport (VDO, 40 km).
Arriving in 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).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Don Mueang International Airport | DMK | 21 km (13 mi) | 12,139 ft | 9 ft |
| Suvarnabhumi Airport | BKK | 28 km (17 mi) | 13,123 ft | 5 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Bangkok from Hạ Long?
1,061 km (659 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Hạ Long.
How long does it take to get from Hạ Long to Bangkok by air?
About 2 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hạ Long and Bangkok?
No, both are on Asia/Bangkok at the moment.
Which airports are used for Hạ Long to Bangkok flights?
Typically Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK); Bangkok also has BKK.
What currency do I need in Bangkok?
The Baht (THB).
Where can I stay in Bangkok?
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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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.