Cheap Flights from Bangkok to Hanoi from US$50

Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam, is the second-largest city of Vietnam, and has a population of around 8 million people. The city was founded in 1010 by monarch Lý Thái Tổ and was originally named Thăng Long and was the capital of Imperial Vietnam till 1802 and was finally renamed Hanoi in 1831. Its capture by the French in 1873 has left a lasting impact of the architecture and structure of the city as is showcased by a juxtaposition of traditional Vietnamese style and French avenues and bridges.

Tip: The city has a warm humid subtropical climate with plentiful precipitation and an average annual temperature of 23.6 °C so visitors are advised to prepare accordingly.

Getting to Shanghai

Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) is approximately at a distance of 30 km from the city and it would take about 40 minutes to reach the city. One can easily find flights from Bangkok to Hanoi because there are several airlines offering their services. There are also direct flights from Bangkok to Hanoi; some flights to Hanoi have one connecting stop in between. Numerous cheap flights from Bangkok to Hanoi are operated by airlines like Thai AirAsia and Thai Vietjet Air. The overall flight duration varies from 1 hour 50 minutes to 5 hours depending on the duration of the layover in between.

Tip: It is advisable to book your flight tickets well in advance to get the best prices and offers.

What to do in Shanghai

There are more than many attractions rich with history and culture like Imperial Citadel of Thang Long which is almost a symbol of Hanoi, the Perfume Pagoda, which is series of Buddhist temples that have been built into a mountain range in a maze of passageways carved into the rock, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum as this leader left a lasting impact on Vietnam as a whole, Temple of Literature which was originally meant to be dedicated to Confucius but as more structures were added it became something much bigger. Hanoi has long been associated with the ancient art of water puppetry which can be best seen at Thang Long Puppet Theatre which is one of the prominent theatres. Another picturesque location is the Hoan Kiem Lake (Turtle Lake) where the Ngoc Son Temple situated on a small island in the centre of the lake linked by a bridge offers one of the most beautiful backgrounds. For shoppers, there is Dong Xuan Market, a four-storey Soviet-style building which is the largest of its kind in the city and offers a very unique experience. The French colonial buildings can be admired in the Hanoi Old Quarter, the most elegant of which is the Hanoi Opera House, set in the heart of the French Quarter. Further, there is also Ba Vi National Park which is a nature reserve that is famous for its three-peaked mountains and an 11th-century temple on the tallest peak that offers a 360-degree expansive view of the countryside.

Tip: The cheapest and efficient way to get around the city is through taxis, cyclos (bicycle rickshaws), and xe oms (motorcycle taxis) so travellers are advised to plan their transportation to their taste beforehand.

Where to stay

Hoan Kiem is the commercial centre of the city which has many art galleries, street markets, Buddhist temples and quaint colonial buildings etc. in the Old Quarter and the luxury hotels, embassies, and upscale malls in the French Quarter on the south. There are several cheap hostels for backpackers along with sophisticated 5-star hotels along with a vibrant nightlife and street food. There is also Ba Dinh district where most of the historical monuments and gardens can be found and have mid-range hotels, restaurants and bars. For travellers looking for a quiet and relaxing trip, the Tay Ho or Hanoi West Lake area is the best option and it also houses several Buddhist temples and is great for sampling Vietnamese cuisine.

Tip: Hanoi offers a variety of experiences that can be curated to specific tastes for which early reservations are recommended for a hassle-free stay.

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