Noi Bai International Airport (VVNB)
Large airport · Hanoi (Soc Son), Red River Delta Region, Vietnam
Airport data
| Name | Noi Bai International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VVNB |
| IATA | HAN |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 21°13'16" E 105°48'25" 21.22120, 105.80700 |
| Location | Hanoi (Soc Son), Red River Delta Region, Vietnam |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11L/29R | 10,499 ft (3200 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
| 11R/29L | 12,466 ft (3800 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Noi Bai International Airport at a glance
Noi Bai International Airport is a large airport in Hanoi (Soc Son), Red River Delta Region, Vietnam, known to airline systems as HAN. The field elevation of 39 ft (12 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VVNB are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 11R/29L — offers 12,466 ft (3800 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 11R points roughly 110° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VVNB shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Noi Bai International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gia Lam Air Base | VVGL | 22 km (12 NM) |
| Cat Bi International Airport | VVCI | 105 km (57 NM) |
| Van Don International Airport | VVVD | 167 km (90 NM) |
| Baihe Ningming Air Base | CN-0053 | 169 km (91 NM) |
| Sam Neua Airport | VLSN | 202 km (109 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Noi Bai International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 39 ft field elevation of Noi Bai International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 22 airports and airfields we list for Vietnam — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Noi Bai International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Noi Bai International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Noi Bai International Airport is VVNB, and its IATA code is HAN. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Noi Bai International Airport above sea level?
Noi Bai International Airport sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Noi Bai International Airport located?
The airport lies at 21.2212, 105.8070 — in Hanoi (Soc Son), Red River Delta Region, Vietnam, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Gia Lam Air Base, about 22 km away.
Does VVNB publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VVNB appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Noi Bai International Airport?
Noi Bai International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 11R/29L, measures 12,466 ft (3800 m) with a CON surface.