In the 2026 world airport quality rankings (Skytrax), Vietnam's Da Nang International Airport rose 9 places year on year to record75th in the world.It was also named to the "Top 10 best regional airports in Asia." (Source: VnExpress International）
Three drivers of the rank rise
1. Building out digital information systems
With the introduction of electronic wait-time display boards, indoor navigation maps, and an AI chatbot within the terminal, an environment where travelers can get information on their own is now in place. In particular, real-time updates of delay information for connecting flights were praised.
2. ERP-izing the back office
The ERP (integrated business system) introduced in 2025 digitized internal workflows. Shorter document-processing times and greater precision in business management directly improved users' service experience.
3. A next-generation system planned for 2026
An Airport Collaborative Decision Making (ACDM) system is planned for introduction this year. Real-time information sharing among all operations stakeholders—air traffic control, ground handling, airlines, and more—will be realized, and further delay reductions are expected.
Why Da Nang is popular with Japanese travelers
As of 2026, direct flights from Japan to Da Nang operate from Narita, Kansai, and Nagoya, with flight times of about 5–6 hours. Hotels offer high value for money, and it functions as a base for sightseeing in My Khe Beach, Hoi An, and Hue.
Better airport convenience ties directly to the travel experience. Shorter times for immigration and baggage claim and improved signage within the terminal lower the anxiety of travelers visiting Vietnam for the first time and become a reason to visit again.
A comparison of the current state of Vietnam's three major airports
| Airport | 2026 Skytrax rank | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Noi Bai (Hanoi) | Undisclosed / under renovation | T2 expansion plan under way |
| Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City) | – | Crowded / T3 under construction |
| Da Nang | 75th in the world. | Ahead on digitization / the most comfortable |
Summary: advice for those planning a Da Nang trip
As the Skytrax rank shows, Da Nang Airport's comfort level has become top-class within Southeast Asia. An airport's ease of use shapes the impression of the first day of travel.Phu Quoc Island,Alongside this,as visitor numbers to Vietnam set a new record high,Da Nang is a city worth choosing as the comfortable starting point of a trip.
Source: VnExpress International / Travel And Tour World
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