Phu Bai International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
HUI
ICAO Code
VVPB
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Phu Bai International Airport (HUI) serves Hue and central Vietnam. It is the main airport for the city of Hue and nearby areas, handling domestic flights and a limited number of international services. The airport is smaller than Vietnam’s major hubs and generally straightforward to navigate.

Phu Bai International Airport
Elevation: 14 m
16.4006, 107.7031

Terminal Guide for Phu Bai International Airport (HUI) #

Phu Bai operates from a single passenger terminal that handles arrivals and departures for domestic and occasional international flights. The terminal is compact; check‑in, security and baggage reclaim are in the same building with short walking distances between them.

Getting to and From Phu Bai International Airport (HUI) #

Phu Bai is approximately 15-30 minutes by road to Hue city centre depending on traffic. There is no rail link from the airport.

  • Taxis & private transfers: Readily available and the most convenient option to Hue and nearby destinations.
  • Shared vans: Some operators offer shared shuttle vans to central Hue, Hoi An or Da Nang - book in advance if needed.
  • Car hire: Rental cars are available through local agents; driving times to Da Nang are longer (around 1.5-2 hours).
  • Driving: Roads are generally well‑maintained; allow extra time during peak hours.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Phu Bai International Airport (HUI) #

Facilities at Phu Bai are modest and focused on short waits.

  • Lounges: No large lounge network; small airline lounges or waiting areas may be present.
  • Food & drink: A few cafés and kiosks landside and limited options airside.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Basic Wi‑Fi may be available; charging points are limited - bring a power bank.
  • Shops: Small retail outlets and duty‑free for some international departures.
  • Accessibility: Basic passenger assistance available; check ahead if you require special support.

Tips for Phu Bai International Airport #

  • Taxis and hotel transfers are the easiest way to Hue city - expect about 20-30 minutes.
  • SIM cards and tourist services are more readily available in Hue than at the airport.
  • If travelling to Hoi An or Da Nang, arrange onward transfers in advance - services at Phu Bai focus on Hue connections.

Weather & Climate near Phu Bai International Airport #

Climate

Phu Bai International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 18°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2617 mm/year), wettest in October with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 67 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AprilFebruaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 24°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 25°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.4h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

June

June is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
26° 34°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
26° 34°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (359 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

359 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (601 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

601 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.7h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (594 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
21° 26°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

594 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (322 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 24°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

322 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

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