Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Hanoi is 12 hours ahead of Des Moines and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your DSM to HAN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Currently, P27,177 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P70,755. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DSM to HAN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from DSM land on schedule 80.45% of the time.
Des Moines International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near DSM:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Reserve a hotel near HAN if you have a late Des Moines International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go beyond Hanoi and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up a Noi Bai International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Book your vehicle from Noi Bai International Airport a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during peak season, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Hanoi. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Hanoi. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Hanoi is June, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Des Moines International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from DSM to HAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've done Hanoi, now it's time to discover other corners of Vietnam. Journey about 48 kilometres north-west to Việt Trì to check off its popular sights. From Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ to Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kilometres east of Hanoi, Móng Cái is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Start your sightseeing at Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach.