Phu Bai Airport transfer with private driver
Book a private car with driver in Phu Bai Airport, Hue. Choose a 4, 7 or 16-seat vehicle for your group and luggage; the driver picks you up at your hotel, home, office or the airport.
About Phu Bai Airport
Phu Bai Airport (HUI) is about 15 km from central Hue. Drivers take you to hotels along the Perfume River, straight to the royal tombs, or on to Da Nang, Hoi An and Lang Co.
Plan your trip: Hue – Lang Co – Imperial City travel guide – sights, ticket prices and tips.
Phu Bai International Airport (code HUI) is about 15 km south of central Hue. Travellers usually go to hotels by the Perfume River, the royal tombs, Lang Co beach or over the Hai Van Pass to Da Nang and Hoi An. This page gathers distances, food and sample itineraries by private car.
Administrative changes to know
Hue became a centrally governed city on 1 January 2025, based on former Thua Thien Hue province, and kept its boundaries in the 2025 reorganisation. The airport is in former Huong Thuy town.
The two-tier model (province, then commune or ward) applies from 1 July 2025, so old district names no longer appear on new documents. When booking for Phu Bai Airport, old names, new names or a map pin all work.
Pick-up areas and choosing a vehicle
The centre is 25–30 minutes away. The Khai Dinh and Minh Mang tombs lie south of the city and can be visited on the way in from a morning flight. Da Nang is about 2 hours via the Hai Van tunnel.
A day of royal tombs
The Tu Duc, Khai Dinh and Minh Mang tombs are 5–10 km apart; a private car covers them in one day with the driver waiting. End at Thien Mu pagoda by the Perfume River.
Where to from Phu Bai
Phu Bai airport lies south of Hue on Highway 1. Besides the city, many go straight to Lang Co (about 50 km), Da Nang (about 85 km via Hai Van tunnel) or north to Dong Ha (about 90 km) for the DMZ. With an early arrival you can stop at the Khai Dinh or Minh Mang tomb on the way in.
Extra notes on San Bay Phu Bai
From Phu Bai airport Lang Co is about 50 km and Da Nang about 90 km.
Sights and addresses
| Place | Address | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial City | Centre, about 15 km | World heritage. |
| Khai Dinh tomb | About 12 km | East–West architecture. |
| Minh Mang tomb | About 18 km | Lakes and gardens. |
| Thien Mu pagoda | On the Perfume River | Phuoc Duyen tower. |
| Lang Co beach | About 55 km | Lap An lagoon. |
What to eat and where
| Dish / food area | Where to try it |
|---|---|
| Bun bo Hue | Across the city. |
| Com hen clam rice | Con Hen islet. |
| Banh beo, nam, loc | Hue cake shops downtown. |
Getting around and transfers
| Leg | Distance | Typical time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phu Bai Airport – central Hue | about 15 km | about 30 min | Reference fare from 270,000đ (4-seat), 360,000đ (7-seat), 720,000đ (16-seat). |
| Airport – Khai Dinh tomb | about 12 km | about 25 min | Reference fare from 270,000đ (4-seat), 360,000đ (7-seat), 720,000đ (16-seat). |
| Airport – Lang Co | about 55 km | about 1 h | Reference fare from 710,000đ (4-seat), 860,000đ (7-seat), 1,320,000đ (16-seat). |
| Airport – Da Nang | about 90 km | about 2 h | Reference fare from 1,150,000đ (4-seat), 1,370,000đ (7-seat), 1,920,000đ (16-seat). |
| Airport – Hoi An | about 120 km | about 2 h 30 min | Reference fare from 1,480,000đ (4-seat), 1,750,000đ (7-seat), 2,360,000đ (16-seat). |
| Airport – Dong Hoi | about 180 km | about 3 h 30 min | Reference fare from 2,000,000đ (4-seat), 2,340,000đ (7-seat), 3,060,000đ (16-seat). |
Distances and times above are indicative for Phu Bai Airport and vary with departure time, weather and pick-up point.
Combined itinerary ideas
- Morning landing – Khai Dinh tomb – hotel – evening at Truong Tien bridge.
- Day 2: Imperial City – Thien Mu – Tu Duc tomb.
- Day 3: Hue – Lang Co – Hai Van Pass – Hoi An.
Practical tips
- Hue is rainy roughly September–December; bring rain gear.
- Tombs and the citadel open in the daytime; go in the morning.
- Send your flight or train number; the driver waits if it is late at no extra cost.
- Travelling with a pet: tell us when booking and bring a carrier. Child seats are available on request.
Choosing a vehicle by passengers and luggage
| Vehicle | Passengers | Suggested luggage | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-seater | 1–3 | 2–3 suitcases | Airport runs, business trips, couples |
| 7-seater | 4–6 | 4–5 suitcases | Families, friends, long drives |
| 16-seater | 7–12 | 8–10 suitcases | Groups, multi-generation families |
| 29-seater | 13–24 | Underfloor luggage bay | Company groups, weddings |
| 45-seater | 25–40 | Underfloor luggage bay | Large groups, events |
| Limousine van | 6–9 | Depends on layout | Long legs needing roomy seats |
Suggested seats include children. Groups to Phu Bai Airport with many cases, gift boxes or a pet carrier may need one size up; let us know and we will advise.
How booking works
- Send pick-up, destination, date, time, passengers and suitcases via the quick-quote form, hotline or Zalo.
- Receive a quote for your route; ask about extra stops, child seats or an English-speaking driver if needed.
- Confirm the trip; we send the driver name and plate number before pick-up.
- The driver meets you at the exact address, helps with luggage and follows the agreed route.
- Extra stops or a time change: tell the driver or the hotline and we will arrange it.
Our car service
- A private car with a driver, picking you up at the address you give.
- Fuel and road tolls on the agreed route; trip insurance.
- A replacement car within 4 hours if the vehicle breaks down.
- An English-speaking driver when requested in advance.
- To get a quote, enter pick-up, destination, date, time, passengers and suitcases in the quick-quote form; no payment is needed to send a request.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Hue from Phu Bai?
About 15 km, 25–30 minutes.
Can I go to Hoi An over Hai Van Pass?
Yes; tell us if you prefer the pass road to the tunnel.
How much is Phu Bai Airport – central Hue?
For Phu Bai Airport – central Hue: one-way reference fare from 270,000đ for a 4-seat car, including driver, fuel and tolls; no night or luggage surcharge. Quotes include a 10% discount.
Are cars insured, and are English-speaking drivers available?
Cars for Phu Bai Airport trips are 2022–2025 models and insured. English-speaking drivers can be arranged on request.
Prices in Phu Bai Airport
Prices are calculated by actual distance and include the driver, fuel and road tolls. One-way and round-trip prices are shown instantly in the quick quote form.
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FAQ: car rental in Phu Bai Airport
How much does a private car with driver in Phu Bai Airport cost?
Prices start from 300,000 VND for a 4-seater, 400,000 VND for a 7-seater and 800,000 VND for a 16-seater van. The final price is calculated by the actual distance of your trip and already includes the driver, fuel and road tolls.
Can the driver pick me up at Phu Bai Airport?
Yes. Send your flight number when booking; the driver tracks the arrival time and waits at the arrival hall with a name sign.
How do I book?
Enter your pickup point and destination in the quick quote form on our website, or message us on WhatsApp or Zalo at +84 967 914 574. We confirm the vehicle and price before your trip.