Hanoi to Mérida flights
Mérida lies 16,707 km (10,381 mi) north of Hanoi, -11 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 22 h 10 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.
| Hanoi | Mérida | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Venezuela |
| Population | 8.1 million | 300,000 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 1,389 m (4,557 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
| Nearest large airport | HAN, 22 km out | VIG, 56 km out |
Clocks in Mérida are 11 h behind Hanoi right now, so a 22 h 10 min journey lands only 11 h 10 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Mérida
Crossing from Vietnam into Venezuela: money changes from the Dong to the Bolivar Soberano (VES); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +58; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648920 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Hanoi
Hanoi is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), 22 km (14 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, 95 km).
Arriving in Mérida
Mérida is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG), 56 km (35 mi) from the centre, whose 10,645-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (regional) | VIG | 56 km (35 mi) | 10,645 ft | 250 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mérida from Hanoi?
16,707 km (10,381 mi) in a straight line, north of Hanoi.
How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Mérida by air?
About 22 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hanoi and Mérida?
Mérida is 11 h behind at the moment (America/Caracas against Asia/Bangkok).
Which airports are used for Hanoi to Mérida flights?
Typically Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG).
What currency do I need in Mérida?
The Bolivar Soberano (VES).
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.