Popular Airport | Noi Bai Intl. Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 18 hour 40 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 15023 Km |
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Transportation to Airport from Havana City Center
Jose Marti Intl. Airport
The central terminals of major transport vehicles in Havana city plan are very close to each other. We can sort these means of transportation as taxi, bus, and train. Although they are less preferred, car rental and transfer vehicles are among the transportation options you can prefer. If you are not traveling with a tour group, you can also prefer traveling through alternative routes to see the unique beauties of Havana instead of more frequently used streets by individual transportation options. If you have Peso with you, you can take a bus, or you can take a taxi if you don't have any.
Taxi
You can trust all taxi drivers who have a special license in Havana. Taxis in the city serve in different colors. Those with black and yellow colors are known as tourist taxis. Also, taking the 1950s cabs called Almendron can provide you with an excellent experience. You can safely arrive at the airport after almost a 30-minute journey.
Bus
You can reach Jose Marti Airport after one-hour bus ride by taking a bus from the bus station or the bus stops in the city center. Please make sure you have enough Pesos to get on the buses that will take you to Terminal 1 of the airport. If you are going to make an international flight, you can transfer to the airport terminal 3 by the transfer buses provided free of charge.
Train
The train station, which has train services headed to many parts of the city, is located in the heart of the city. Train line 2 in the city center provides transportation up to Bejucal. It takes about 30 or 40 minutes to travel between the central station and the station in the Terminal 1 building by train. You should keep in mind that the train departures vary between 15 and 20 minutes and there are no train services after a certain hour in the evening.
Transfer Vehicles
You can make an online reservation to take advantage of transfer vehicles, or you can make payment in cash or by credit card at the office of the car rental company. Traffic congestion stands out as a big problem because Havana has a dense population. For this reason, you are recommended to set off at least half an hour earlier considering the morning traffic.
Rent a car
You can enjoy making a private journey by renting a car of any brand and model by taking the advantage of car rental option. Many high-quality companies provide this service in Havana. Cubacar, Rex, Havanautos and Via Transgaviota are some of these companies. Please keep in mind that renting a car may be risky for you because the streets are very similar to each other. Keeping this in mind, taking a taxi may be a more practical option.
Airport Information
Jose Marti Airport consists of five terminal buildings. Terminal 1 is used for domestic flights; Terminal 2 is used for private flight services; Terminal 3 is used for international flights; Terminal 4 hosts flights to Caribbean flights; and Terminal 5 is used for cargo flights.
At Jose Marti Airport, a lot of high-quality services are provided ranging from bank ATMs to post offices, paid internet rooms to large waiting halls, and health, and pharmacy services to children's playgrounds. In addition, private showers and telephone services are also available at the airport for the passengers.
Cafés, bars and restaurants serving 24/7 are at your service with unique Havana delicacies. Besides, there are also stores selling the world-renowned Havana cigars for travelers who want to buy souvenirs.
Transportation to Hanoi City Center from Airport
Noi Bai Intl. Airport
Hanoi airport connects the country and the world with Vietnam's capital city of Hanoi. It is also the largest and busiest airport in the country. Noi Bai International Airport, the airport’s official name, is located 45 kilometres from the city centre. Many airlines like Pacific Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Air Asia, Cathay Pacific, and Hong Kong Airlines fly to Hanoi airport. The expectation of travellers are met thanks to the restaurants, cafes, and duty free stores inside the airport.
You can conduct your banking transactions at the airport with ease thanks to the presence of ATMs and bureau de change (currency exchange) offices. Buses, minibuses, taxis, and shuttle services are all transportation modes that can be utilized to reach the city centre. Hiring a vehicle would be a good option if you are planning to visit different areas of the city, as well as well as the historical and touristic spots in the outskirts of Hanoi. You can hire a vehicle from the airport.
In general, taxi fares are not too high in Hanoi. However, you can also share a taxi from the airport to reduce the cost of travelling to the city centre. It is advisable for travellers planning to use taxis to negotiate a price with the driver before getting into the vehicle.
If you are planning to use public transportation, it is recommended that you carry the local currency: the Vietnamese dong. Even though public transport drivers may accept dollars and euros, using the local currency is likely to be more advantageous. You can reach the city centre and the historical and touristic spots outside of the city by also using a shuttle service from the airport.
You can travel to many areas of Hanoi by using a minibus. However, it should be noted that minibuses are generally overcrowded and could be inconvenient for tourists that have little information about the city.
Bus
You can comfortably use buses that transports travelers from Noi Bai International Airport to the city centre. The bus ticket price of the journey from the airport to many central points of the city is affordable. Nonetheless, it is important to keep in mind that buses are not the most comfortable mode of transportation in the city.
Bus routes 7 and 17 connect the airport to the city centre, and are parked outside of the airport terminal building. The journey to the city centre by bus takes approximately 1 hour, and costs 5,000 dong; equivalent to 0.3 dollars.
The buses that depart every 20 minutes operate from 05.00-22.00. Bus route 7 terminates at the Kim Ma bus station, and bus route 17 terminates at the Lon Bien bus station.
Minibus
Even though it is not as cheap as bus fares, minibuses are also an economical mode of transportation in Hanoi. Minibuses that are stationed a few metres outside of the airport terminal can reach the city centre a little quicker when compared to buses. A one-way trip from the airport to the city centre will cost around 32,000 dong, which is about 2 dollars.
Minibuses stationed outside of the airport start to move only when they are full with passengers. If you are planning to reach the airport from the city centre, you can find minibuses in front of the Vietnam Airlines office in Quang Trung.
Taxi
In comparison to bus and minibus fees, taxis are more expensive, but the fee of travelling with a taxi around the city is still not too high when considering the distance travelled. You can find yourself on the streets of Hanoi city centre in around 30 minutes by getting a taxi stationed outside the domestic and international terminal buildings. The taxi fares are determined by the distance travelled, and the area of the city you are planning to visit. However, on average, taxi fares are 320,000 dong; equivalent to 20 dollars.
Hotel Shuttle Service
Another mode of transportation available could be the airport shuttle services provided by hotels. Travellers are picked up from outside the airport terminal and escorted to the hotel. You must book in advance with your hotel to benefit from this service. Travellers avoid paying high taxi fares and overcrowded minibuses by booking a hotel shuttle service in advance.
Luxurious Vehicle
There are also alternatives for travellers that wish to be transported to Noi Bai International Airport with a luxurious vehicle. By searching online, you can ensure that a luxurious vehicle will be waiting for you outside of the terminal building. Even though hiring a luxurious vehicle, including a chauffeur if required, is in general used by business travellers, you can also take advantage of this alternative.
Car Rental
After landing at Noi Bai International Airport, you can resume your trip by hiring a vehicle from a car rental agency. The rate for car rentals is relatively reasonable. Although there is heavy traffic in Hanoi in specific hours of the day, renting a vehicle would be a more comfortable alternative when compared to buses and minibuses. You can reach the city centre from the airport in almost 30-35 minutes with your hired vehicle by following directions.