If you land at Da Nang International Airport without a pre-booked transfer, an official metered taxi is an immediate backup option. However, taxi fares can vary significantly depending on the company, vehicle model, and route chosen by the driver. Here is our 2026 taxi price guide and safety checklist.
Average Taxi Meter Fares to Hoi An
Most reputable taxi companies in Central Vietnam charge an opening flagfall fee plus 13,000 – 16,000 VND per kilometer for a 4-seat car, and 15,000 – 18,000 VND per kilometer for a 7-seat SUV.
- 4-Seater Taxi Meter Total: 380,000 – 460,000 VND ($16–$19 USD) + 15,000 VND airport gate fee.
- 7-Seater Taxi Meter Total: 450,000 – 540,000 VND ($19–$23 USD) + 15,000 VND airport gate fee.
Reputable Taxi Companies in Da Nang
- Mai Linh Taxi (Green cars): Hotline: 1055 or 0236 3 56 56 56. One of Vietnam’s largest and most reliable taxi corporations.
- Vinasun Taxi (White cars with red/green stripes): Hotline: 0236 3 68 68 68. Widely available at Da Nang Airport and downtown hotels.
- Tien Sa Taxi (Yellow cars): Hotline: 0236 3 79 79 79. Local Central Vietnam brand with competitive metered rates.
Important Taxi Safety Tips
- Never accept rides from independent drivers lingering inside arrivals wearing generic security lanyards offering “discounted taxi”. Only queue at the official taxi stands outside pillar #3.
- Ensure the driver resets the digital meter to 0 upon boarding.
- Show the exact Google Maps address on your phone to prevent misunderstandings with similarly named hotels in Hoi An.
