Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Hanoi's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Hanoi five hours ahead of Cape Town.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CPT to HAN flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CPT and HAN:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
At the moment, R 6,441 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,264. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CPT to HAN, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CPT to HAN.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cape Town International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HAN instead:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Noi Bai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore parts of Hanoi that most tourists miss.
Reserve your ride from Noi Bai International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
From Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Hanoi in April.
The warmest month in Hanoi is June, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CPT to HAN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
Hanoi has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam just waiting to be discovered. About 48 kilometres north-west of Hanoi, a trip to Việt Trì will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ, Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân.
Móng Cái is another sought-after destination in Vietnam and is around 225 kilometres east of Hanoi. No trip is complete without visiting Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach.