Lien Khuong Airport (DLI) serves Đà Lạt with flights from Ho Chi Minh City (55 minutes, VND 1.2-2.5 million) and Hanoi (2 hours, VND 1.5-3 million). Airport located 30km south of city center. Shuttle buses cost VND 50,000-80,000.
Critical Closure Period: March 4 - August 25, 2026 for $40 million runway upgrade project. Alternative: Cam Ranh Airport (Nha Trang) + 160km overland transfer (3-4 hours, VND 150,000-250,000).
Viettel: Best mountain coverage, packages VND 50,000-250,000
MobiFone: Good urban coverage, similar pricing
VinaPhone: Adequate service, competitive rates
eSIM Providers:
Airalo: $4.50-12 for 1-7GB packages
Holafly: Unlimited data plans $19-47
Safety Statistics
Violent crime rate: <0.1% (extremely low)
Petty theft incidents: Minimal in tourist areas
Traffic accidents: Higher risk on mountain roads during rain/fog
Medical facilities: Lam Dong General Hospital, international clinics available
Cultural Guidelines
Temple Etiquette:
Shoe removal mandatory
Modest dress required (no shorts, tank tops)
Photography restrictions may apply
Business Hours:
Government offices: 7:30-11:30 AM, 1:30-5:00 PM
Banks: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM (Monday-Friday)
Markets: 5:00 AM-6:00 PM
Restaurants: 6:00 AM-10:00 PM typically
Airport Information
Lien Khuong Airport (DLI) serves Đà Lạt with flights from Ho Chi Minh City (55 minutes, VND 1.2-2.5 million) and Hanoi (2 hours, VND 1.5-3 million). Airport located 30km south of city center. Shuttle buses cost VND 50,000-80,000.
Critical Closure Period: March 4 - August 25, 2026 for $40 million runway upgrade project. Alternative: Cam Ranh Airport (Nha Trang) + 160km overland transfer (3-4 hours, VND 150,000-250,000).
Viettel: Best mountain coverage, packages VND 50,000-250,000
MobiFone: Good urban coverage, similar pricing
VinaPhone: Adequate service, competitive rates
eSIM Providers:
Airalo: $4.50-12 for 1-7GB packages
Holafly: Unlimited data plans $19-47
Safety Statistics
Violent crime rate: <0.1% (extremely low)
Petty theft incidents: Minimal in tourist areas
Traffic accidents: Higher risk on mountain roads during rain/fog
Medical facilities: Lam Dong General Hospital, international clinics available