Flying from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN).
Hanoi is five hours ahead of Johannesburg. Noi Bai International Airport is located in Hanoi, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to HAN.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to HAN that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between JNB and HAN include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
JNB is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
HLA is approximately 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to HAN flight:
About Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near HAN and turn out the lights sooner:
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Hanoi. How long it takes to get there by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport is C$568. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$823. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Johannesburg to HAN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
July is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). Visit Hanoi in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Johannesburg to HAN flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Hanoi, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Hanoi
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Noi Bai International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hanoi:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hanoi Street Foods and Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre are must-do's during your Hanoi adventure.
Explore more of Vietnam
Hanoi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres east of Hanoi, a visit to Móng Cái will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Baĩ biển Trà Cổ, Tra Co beach and Biển Trà cổ, Móng Cái, Quảng Ninh.
Bỉm Sơn is another well-known destination in Vietnam and is around 129 kilometres south of Hanoi. No trip is complete without seeing Quang Khanh Pagoda, Thung lũng xanh and Di Tích Lịch Sử Động Cửa Buồng.
