Hanoi (Soc Son) to Bangkok
1h 38m The flight from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) covers 982 km (610 miles) and takes approximately 1h 38m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south-west on an initial great-circle bearing of 215°, passing near 17.6° N, 103.2° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 1h 47m | 2h 12m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 1h 16m | 1h 41m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 05m | 1h 31m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 1h 09m | 1h 34m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| HAN | DMK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Noi Bai International Airport | Don Mueang International Airport |
| City | Hanoi (Soc Son) | Bangkok |
| Country | Vietnam | Thailand |
| ICAO | VVNB | VTBD |
| Coordinates | 21.2212, 105.807 | 13.9126, 100.607 |
| Elevation | 39 ft | 9 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Hanoi (Soc Son) to Bangkok?
A non-stop flight from Hanoi (Soc Son) (HAN) to Bangkok (DMK) takes about 1h 38m. The great-circle distance is 982 km (610 miles, 530 nautical miles), flying south-west on an initial bearing of 215°.
How far is Hanoi (Soc Son) from Bangkok?
982 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 610 miles or 530 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between HAN and DMK?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 982 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Other routes from Hanoi (Soc Son)
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.