Da Nang International Airport (DAD)

Da Nang International Airport operates with two adjacent terminals: Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international services. Both buildings sit along the same forecourt and share similar two-level layouts, with departures upstairs and arrivals and baggage claim at ground level. A short covered sidewalk links the entrances, and curbside taxi, ride-hail, and shuttle bays serve both terminals. Walking from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 takes roughly 5–7 minutes at a casual pace. Inside each terminal, the journey from check-in to the furthest gate is typically 8–10 minutes, thanks to compact concourses and clear bilingual signage. Airside transfers between terminals are uncommon; most passengers exit one terminal and re-enter the other landside when connecting between domestic and international flights. The layout minimizes level changes, with elevators and escalators positioned beside the central atriums. Security checkpoints sit just beyond the check-in halls on the departure level of each terminal. Domestic screening queues move quickly outside of holiday peaks, often clearing in 10–20 minutes, while international lanes can build to 25–40 minutes before banked departures to Korea, Singapore, and regional hubs. International arrivals pass through immigration on the upper concourse before descending to baggage claim; customs inspection follows immediately with a red/green channel setup. Transit passengers should budget additional time when switching terminals because re-clearing security is required. Amenities are concentrated near the departure lounges: cafés and noodle shops such as Highlands Coffee and local Vietnamese eateries, convenience outlets, and souvenir stores. Lounges include the Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge and several CIP/Orchid-branded lounges in both terminals, offering showers, hot meals, and quiet seating. Free Wi‑Fi and plentiful charging points are available throughout. Accessibility provisions include ramps at curb level, elevators in the central cores, dedicated seating zones, and wheelchair assistance coordinated through airline counters. Families benefit from baby-changing rooms near most restrooms and family rest areas adjacent to several domestic gates. Stroller-friendly routes avoid stairs, and baggage trolleys are available at both curbside and baggage claim. Play corners occasionally appear near domestic gates during peak seasons, and drinking water fountains sit close to washrooms for easy bottle refills.