- May 19, 2004: First commercial flight landed from Hanoi (Hà Nội)
- 2009: Became an international airport, receiving the first international flight from Singapore operated by Silk Air
- 2018: International terminal T2 began operations with modern scale and large capacity
- 2025: Cam Ranh was honored as one of the 10 cleanest airports in the world, ranking 7th and being Vietnam's only representative in this ranking
2. List of flight routes operated at Cam Ranh Airport
As one of the international airports with high passenger traffic in Central Vietnam, Cam Ranh Airport (CXR) connects directly to many major cities domestically and internationally. Currently, dozens of domestic and international airlines are operating flight routes to Nha Trang (Nha Trang), creating favorable conditions for passengers to travel and explore this beautiful coastal region.
Domestic flight routes
International flight routes
Country | Operating cities | Airlines |
South Korea | Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Cheongju, Daejeon | Korean Air, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, T'way Air, Jin Air, Jeju Air, Eastar Jet, Air Busan, Air Seoul |
China | Chengdu, Guangzhou, Guilin | Sichuan Airlines, China Southern, IrAero |
Russia | Moscow, Barnaul, Irkutsk, Krasnoyarsk, Novosibirsk, Tomsk, Novokuznetsk | Aeroflot, Azur Air |
Kazakhstan | Almaty, Astana | Air Astana |
Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur | AirAsia |
Thailand | Bangkok (Don Muang) | Thai AirAsia |
Hong Kong | Hong Kong | Hong Kong Express |
Uzbekistan | Tashkent | Uzbekistan Airways, Centrum Air, Qanot Sharq |
Note: Passengers should regularly monitor updated flight schedules on Vietnam Airlines' official website to choose the most suitable journey for tourism, business, or vacation needs in the coastal city of Nha Trang.
3. Transportation guide to and from Cam Ranh Airport
Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR) is about 35km from Nha Trang city center, equivalent to 45-60 minutes of travel depending on transportation method. Below is detailed information about popular means of transport from the airport to the center and vice versa.
From Nha Trang center to Cam Ranh Airport
Transportation method | Reference price | Booking/pickup guide |
Taxi 45-50 minutes | 250,000 - 350,000 VND/trip | Call Mai Linh, Sun Taxi, Vinasun companies or book via apps like Grab, Be, Xanh SM.
Hotlines of some taxi companies: - Mai Linh Cam Ranh Taxi: 0258.38.38.38.38 - Vinasun Cam Ranh Nha Trang Taxi: 0258.3.27.27.27 - Cam Ranh Nha Trang International Taxi: 0258.3.52.52.52 - Xanh SM: 1900 2088 |
Bus 50-60 minutes | 50,000 VND/person | Take bus number 18 from various points in the city. Bus route as follows: Nha Trang Station (19/8 Stadium) → 10 Tran Hung Dao (Provincial Library) → Nguyen Thien Thuat → 1 Tran Quang Khai (in front of Lang Viet restaurant) → Phuoc Loc Junction → Cam Lam Roundabout → Company 71 → Cam Ranh Airport |
Private car rental 45-60 minutes | 350,000 - 500,000 VND/trip | Contact tourist car rental services, book in advance through websites, hotels, or travel agencies |
From Cam Ranh Airport to city center
Transportation method | Reference price | Booking/pickup guide |
Taxi 45-50 minutes | 250,000 - 350,000 VND/trip | Call Mai Linh, Sun Taxi, Vinasun companies or book via apps like Grab, Be, Xanh SM. Pick up taxis at T1/T2 terminal arrival halls, with major company vehicles waiting for passengers.
Hotlines of some taxi companies: - Mai Linh Cam Ranh Taxi: 0258.38.38.38.38 - Vinasun Cam Ranh Nha Trang Taxi: 0258.3.27.27.27 - Cam Ranh Nha Trang International Taxi: 0258.3.52.52.52 - Xanh SM: 1900 2088 |
Bus 50-60 minutes | 50,000 VND/person | Take bus number 18 at the airport. Bus route as follows: Cam Ranh Airport → Company 71 → Cam Lam Roundabout → Phuoc Loc Junction → 1 Tran Quang Khai (in front of Lang Viet restaurant) → Nguyen Thien Thuat → 10 Tran Hung Dao (Provincial Library) → Nha Trang Station (19/8 Stadium) |
Private car rental 45-60 minutes | 350,000 - 500,000 VND/trip | Contact tourist car rental services, book in advance through websites, hotels, or travel agencies |
Notes:
- Travel time may vary depending on actual traffic conditions
- Passengers are encouraged to book vehicles in advance, especially during peak tourism season (June-August and Tet holidays)
4. Scale of Cam Ranh Airport
As one of the largest and most modern international airports in Central Vietnam, Cam Ranh Airport (CXR) possesses synchronized infrastructure, serving well for both domestic and international flights.
Runways
Currently, Cam Ranh Airport has 2 runways measuring 3,048m x 45m, allowing accommodation of wide-body aircraft such as Airbus A350, Boeing 787, etc.
Aircraft apron
The apron has a total of 26 parking positions, serving various aircraft types including Airbus (A320, A321, A350), Boeing (B737, B767, B777, B787), ATR-72 and equivalent. According to plans by 2030, the number of parking positions will increase to 36 positions, well meeting future operational demands.
Passenger terminal system
Cam Ranh Airport currently has 2 passenger terminals: