Vietnam Airport to City Fares 2026: Grab, Taxi & Bus Price Checker
What should a Grab or taxi from the airport cost? Pick your airport and destination to see typical 2026 fares in dong and US dollars — and check whether the price you've been quoted is fair.
Updated: 25 Sep 2026Typical ranges from ride-hailing apps and traveller reports, 2026. Grab shows the exact price before you book — always check the app. Cars entering the airport may add a 10,000 – 15,000 ₫ parking fee.
All airport fares at a glance
| Route | Distance | Grab car | Metered taxi | Bus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tan Son Nhat → District 1 / Ben Thanh | 8 km | 110k – 280k ₫ $4.24 – $11 | 150k – 250k ₫ | 15k ₫ |
| Noi Bai → Old Quarter / Hoan Kiem | 28 km | 250k – 380k ₫ $9.63 – $15 | 300k – 450k ₫ | 45k ₫ |
| Da Nang → City centre / Dragon Bridge | 3 km | 50k – 90k ₫ $1.93 – $3.47 | 60k – 110k ₫ | – |
| Da Nang → My Khe Beach | 6 km | 60k – 130k ₫ $2.31 – $5.01 | 80k – 150k ₫ | – |
| Da Nang → Hoi An old town | 30 km | 250k – 380k ₫ $9.63 – $15 | 300k – 450k ₫ | – |
| Cam Ranh → Nha Trang city centre | 36 km | 280k – 380k ₫ $11 – $15 | 350k – 600k ₫ | – |
| Phu Quoc → Duong Dong town | 14 km | 120k – 200k ₫ $4.62 – $7.71 | 150k – 250k ₫ | – |
How to avoid airport taxi scams
- Book Grab (or Be, Xanh SM) in the app — the price is fixed before you get in. Pick up at the marked ride-hailing zone.
- Use metered taxis from the official queue: Vinasun and Mai Linh in Ho Chi Minh City, Mai Linh / Taxi Group / Noi Bai Taxi in Hanoi. Make sure the meter starts.
- Refuse drivers who approach you inside the terminal offering a "good price" — they are the usual source of 2–3× fares.
- Have small notes ready; drivers often claim to have no change for 500,000 ₫.
FAQ
How much is a Grab from Tan Son Nhat airport to District 1?
Usually 110,000 – 280,000 ₫ (about $4.24 – $11) for a 4-seat car depending on demand, 25 – 45 minutes depending on traffic. Bus 109 costs 15,000 ₫.
How much is a taxi from Noi Bai airport to Hanoi Old Quarter?
About 300,000 – 450,000 ₫ by metered or fixed-price taxi and 250,000 – 380,000 ₫ by Grab, 35 – 60 minutes. Bus 86 costs 45,000 ₫.
Is Grab cheaper than a taxi in Vietnam?
Usually slightly cheaper and always fixed-price, but Grab surges at night, in rain and at peak hours — then a metered taxi from the official queue can be cheaper.