Checked on October 27, 2026

Lien Khuong International Airport (DLI), Dalat

Sân bay quốc tế Liên Khương

Dalat's airport sits on a plateau about 30 km south of the city. It mostly handles domestic flights, with a few regional international routes. The ride up to Dalat follows a fast mountain road: allow about 40 minutes.

Code: DLI · VVDL
To Dalat: 28–30 km
Terminals: T1
E-visa: accepted

In short

One terminal for domestic and the few international flights.
To Dalat centre: 35 to 45 minutes by car. The airport bus is the cheapest option; Grab and taxis are quicker.
The e-visa is accepted at Lien Khuong. Most international travellers arrive through Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi and fly on.

Terminals

T1International and domestic

The passenger terminal, for domestic and international flights. Small and quick to get through.

Morning fog can delay flights in the rainy season: keep a margin before a connection.

International arrival, step by step

1
Immigration
For international flights only: passport and printed e-visa approval letter, or your visa exemption.
2
Baggage reclaim
Bags come out quickly. Trolleys are free.
3
Customs
Green channel if you have nothing to declare. Cash above USD 5,000 or the equivalent must be declared.
4
Arrivals hall
ATMs and a few counters. Dalat is cool all year: keep a warm layer in your cabin bag.

Getting to Dalat

Option	Time	Price	Luggage
Grab car or Xanh SMApp	35–45 min	approx. ₫250,000 – ₫350,000≈ $10 – $14	Easy
TaxiTaxi	35–45 min	approx. ₫300,000 – ₫400,000≈ $12 – $16	Easy
Airport busBus	40–60 min	approx. ₫50,000 – ₫70,000≈ $2 – $3 · per person	Limited
Private transferTransfer	35–45 min	approx. ₫400,000 – ₫600,000≈ $16 – $24	Easy

Indicative prices in Vietnamese dong (VND), per vehicle unless stated. Fares rise at night, in heavy rain and around Tet.

Grab car or Xanh SM

Fixed price in the app. Drivers wait outside arrivals; the price is known before you leave.

Taxi

Official rank outside arrivals. Agree on the meter or on a fixed price before the mountain road.

Airport bus

Shuttle buses meet the flights and run to central Dalat, with hotel drops in some cases. Cheap but slower; check the timetable on arrival.

Private transfer

Driver with a name sign and a fixed price. Simplest for late arrivals, families and hotels outside the centre.

Book a private transfer

The road climbs to about 1,500 m: in the rainy season, fog and rain slow traffic down.

Visa and e-visa at Lien Khuong

Lien Khuong is one of the international airports where the Vietnamese e-visa is accepted. Many passports enter visa-free for a limited stay; everyone else applies online before the trip.

E-visa fee: US$25 single entry · US$50 multiple entries
Maximum stay: up to 90 days
Processing: about 3 working days (apply at least 7 days ahead)
Official portal: evisa.gov.vn

39 nationalities can enter without a visa under the general rules.

E-visa step-by-step guide

Your passport

Mobile data on arrival

Few SIM counters at this small airport: an eSIM bought before you fly works as soon as you land.

Compare Vietnam eSIMs

Hotels near Lien Khuong airport

For a very early flight or a late arrival, a night near the airport saves the ride into town.

See hotels near the airport

Flying out

Arrive 90 minutes before a domestic flight and 2 hours before an international one. From central Dalat, leave about an hour before you need to be at the airport.

Tips

Book the airport bus or a transfer for the return the day before: early flights leave at dawn.
Bring a jacket: Dalat is much cooler than the coast.
Check whether your international route still operates in your season: some are seasonal.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Dalat airport from the city?

About 30 km south of Dalat, 35 to 45 minutes by car.

Is there a bus from Lien Khuong airport to Dalat?

Yes, shuttle buses meet the flights and run to central Dalat. They are the cheapest option but slower than a car.

Can I enter Vietnam at Lien Khuong with an e-visa?

Yes, Lien Khuong is one of the airports where the Vietnamese e-visa is accepted. Check whether your passport needs one with our visa checker.

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Prices and times are indicative ranges checked on October 27, 2026; they change with traffic, weather and season. Visa information comes from our visa rules register, updated from official sources.