Cà Mau Airport (CAH)

🇻🇳 Ca Mau City, Vietnam

Connection Time Dashboard

Domestic to Domestic
30
minutes
Domestic to International
45
minutes
Interline Transfer
75
minutes

🏢 Terminal Guide & Navigation

Cà Mau Airport (CAH), also identified by its ICAO code VVCM, is a regional airport serving Ca Mau City, the southernmost provincial capital in Vietnam's Mekong Delta. Strategically located about 3 kilometers from the city center, the airport is a vital link for the region, primarily handling domestic flights to and from Ho Chi Minh City. It plays a crucial role in connecting this remote agricultural and fishing hub to the national transport network and supporting local economic development. The airport features a single, compact passenger terminal designed for efficient processing of domestic travelers. While amenities are basic, they include a few small cafés and kiosks offering beverages, light snacks, and simple Vietnamese dishes, mainly located in the public area before security. The terminal also provides free Wi-Fi, waiting areas with standard seating, medical services for first aid, and is equipped with a kid's playground. Passengers can expect quick check-in and security procedures due to the airport's low to moderate passenger traffic. Operational infrastructure at CAH includes a runway suitable for small to medium-sized turboprop aircraft. The airport is currently undergoing a significant modernization and expansion project, with plans to close temporarily from November 2025 to October 2026 for upgrades. These enhancements aim to increase the terminal's capacity to 500,000 passengers annually, with future expansion to 3 million passengers, and extend the runway to accommodate larger aircraft like the Airbus A320/A321, meeting 4C standards by 2030. Ground transportation is readily available via local taxis and motorbikes.

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Vietnam Air Services Company (VASCO)

💡 Connection Tips

Cà Mau Airport (CAH) is a small, domestic-only regional facility serving the southernmost province of Vietnam in the Mekong Delta. Because the airport operates through a single, compact one-level terminal, navigating for a connection or departure is exceptionally fast and straightforward. Currently, the airport is primarily linked to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) via daily flights operated by VASCO, a subsidiary of Vietnam Airlines, using ATR-72 turboprop aircraft. For travelers arriving from Ho Chi Minh City, a connection window of 60 to 90 minutes is more than sufficient, as the entire check-in and security process can often be completed in less than 15 minutes. A critical consideration for travelers is the airport's upcoming modernization project; CAH is scheduled to be temporarily closed for a massive expansion and runway upgrade from approximately October 2025 through October 2026. During this period, all commercial flights will be suspended, and passengers will need to use Can Tho International Airport (VCA) as an alternative gateway. Facilities at the current terminal are basic, with a few small kiosks in the landside area offering local coffee and snacks, so it is advisable to have a meal before heading to the airport. Ground transportation is highly convenient, as the terminal is located just 3 kilometers from the city center; local taxis and motorbike taxis (xe ôm) are readily available. If you are connecting to an international flight in Ho Chi Minh City, remember that you must collect your luggage and transfer to the international terminal (T2) upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat, as CAH does not support international baggage through-checking.

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Quick Facts

Minimum domestic connection: 30 minutes
International connections: 45 minutes
Interline transfers: 75 minutes

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Last updated: January 1980 | Data Source: IATA and other airline sites and resources