Cat Bi International Airport

Overview

Cat Bi International Airport is the main air gateway for Haiphong, serving the Hai An area of this major port city in northern Vietnam. As a large airport, it plays an important role for both domestic and international travel, giving visitors a practical arrival point for business trips, city stays, and journeys onward to the wider Red River Delta and nearby coastal destinations. Its local time zone is Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh, so travellers arriving from farther afield should keep the one-time-zone setting in mind when planning connections, hotel check-in, or early departures.

Key facts

• Airport name: Cat Bi International Airport
• IATA code: HPH
• ICAO code: VVCI
• Airport type: large airport
• Location served: Haiphong (Hai An), Vietnam
• Elevation: 6 ft (2 m)

Runway and operations

The airport has one lighted asphalt runway, 07/25, with a length of 10,007 feet, which supports regular operations and gives travellers confidence that the airport is equipped for a broad range of commercial flights. For passengers, that usually means a more capable airfield and smoother handling of arrivals and departures, especially compared with much smaller regional airports. Because the airport sits at a very low elevation near sea level, weather conditions can feel hot and humid, so it is wise to allow a little extra time, stay hydrated, and check your flight status during Vietnam’s wetter months.