Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam → Da Nang, Vietnam · ✈ 1h 15min · 🚗 9h 51min
327 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: north
The distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang is 606 km (377 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 15min.
The straight-line distance from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Da Nang, Vietnam is approximately 606 kilometers (377 miles or 327 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Da Nang is located north of Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City is in Asia, in the Southeast region of Vietnam, while Da Nang is in Asia, in Central, Vietnam. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 606 km | ~1h 15min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~788 km | ~9h 51min | Feasible with breaks |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~727 km | ~6h 4min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang. For 606 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 788 km, fuel costs for driving from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang are approximately $63–$118 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Ho Chi Minh City sits at 10.8231°N, 106.6297°E, while Da Nang is located at 16.0544°N, 108.2022°E. The initial compass bearing from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang is 16° (NNE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Ho Chi Minh City heading roughly NNE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 5.23° and the longitude difference is 1.57°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang is approximately 13.4400°N, 107.4074°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 303 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Ho Chi Minh City is a major city in Vietnam with a population of approximately 8,993,082. Located in the Southeast region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Da Nang is a notable city in Vietnam with a population of approximately 1,134,310. Situated in the Central region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Da Nang offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Vietnam.
606 km is a medium-distance route, similar to traveling across a mid-sized European country. A flight covers this distance quickly, but driving or rail travel remains feasible for those who prefer ground transport. For reference, New York to Chicago is about 1,150 km.
At 606 km, the Ho Chi Minh City-Da Nang route is about 1.5% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 15min.
Combined, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang have a population of over 10,127,392 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang is approximately 606 kilometers (377 miles, 327 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 15min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 9h 51min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Da Nang is approximately Same timezone compared to Ho Chi Minh City.
The estimated road distance is approximately 788 km, which is about 30% longer than the 606 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.