About Chu Lai Airport

Chu Lai Airport (VCL) serves the Tam Ky area of former Quang Nam province, now part of Da Nang, and is also handy for Quang Ngai to the south. It was built as a military airfield during the Vietnam War and was later reopened for civil use. The Airports Corporation of Vietnam runs it today.

Location of Chu Lai Airport

The airport stands in Nui Thanh, close to the coast and the Chu Lai economic zone. Tam Ky is a short drive to the north, and Quang Ngai lies to the south. Hoi An is further away, roughly 80 to 90 km by road, so most Hoi An visitors fly into Da Nang instead.

Terminal and Facilities at Chu Lai Airport

A single passenger terminal handles all flights. It offers check-in counters, a departure hall with cafes and snack kiosks, and a baggage claim area. The concrete runway is about 3 km long, easily enough for the jets used on domestic routes.

Airlines and Routes from Chu Lai

Most flights link Chu Lai with Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air are the main operators on these routes. Schedules change during the year, so check what is flying on your travel dates.

Getting from Chu Lai Airport to Tam Ky and Quang Ngai

• Shuttle bus: buses connect the airport with Tam Ky and Quang Ngai, timed around arrivals.
• Taxi: taxis wait outside the terminal for direct trips.
• Private transfer: useful for trips further afield, such as Hoi An.

Things to Do near Chu Lai

The coastline near Chu Lai has long, quiet beaches, and the Tam Thanh mural village near Tam Ky is known for its painted houses. Ly Son Island, reached by boat from Quang Ngai province, is a popular side trip for its volcanic landscapes and garlic fields.

Tips for Flying from Chu Lai

The airport is small, but taxis can be scarce after a late arrival, so arrange a transfer in advance. Travellers heading to Hoi An should compare the extra road time against a flight into Da Nang.

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