Rach Gia airport: Location, infrastructure, flight routes & transportation

Rach Gia Airport is a small but important aviation gateway of Kien Giang Province (tỉnh Kiên Giang). This is not only a destination for those who want to explore the Southwest region rich in identity but also an important link in the domestic aviation transportation network. In this article, let's join Vietnam Airlines to explore details about this location and the popular flight routes as well as flexible transportation methods to the city center for a complete and easy journey!

1. Introduction to Rach Gia airport

Rach Gia Airport (IATA: VKG) is one of the small domestic airports that plays an important role in connecting aviation transportation in the Mekong Delta region (Đồng bằng sông Cửu Long). Located in Rach Gia City (thành phố Rạch Giá), Kien Giang Province, the airport mainly serves domestic flights, contributing to promoting economic, tourism, and trade development in the region.

• Full name: Rach Gia Airport Port
• English name: Rach Gia Airport
• Address: Vinh Loi Ward (Phường Vĩnh Lợi), Rach Gia City, Kien Giang Province
• Scale: Class 3C, serving ~250,000 - 300,000 passengers/year
• Number of terminals: 1 passenger terminal
• Management: Vietnam Airport Corporation - ACV

The airport was built during the French colonial period and was once a military base during the war. Today, it has been renovated and operates as a civil airport, serving the increasing travel needs of local residents and tourists.

1.1. Rach Gia airport location

Rach Gia Airport is located about 7km south of the city center, near National Highway 80 (quốc lộ 80), facilitating convenient connections with inner-city areas and neighboring districts such as Chau Thanh (Châu Thành), Hon Dat (Hòn Đất), and famous tourist destinations like Nam Du Island (đảo Nam Du), Hon Son Island (đảo Hòn Sơn), or Phu Quoc (Phú Quốc) (via waterway).

1.2. Infrastructure and structure of Rach Gia airport

Currently, Rach Gia Airport has quite modern infrastructure:

• Runway: 1,500m long, 30m wide, direction 08/26, covered with concrete asphalt, suitable for small aircraft such as ATR-72, Embraer E195.
  
• Taxiway: 85m long, 15m wide, connecting from runway to apron.
  
• Apron: Area 200m x 76m, enough space for 4 aircraft to park simultaneously.
  
• Passenger terminal: Simple design, mainly serving domestic flights with capacity of about 200 passengers/hour.
  
• Supporting infrastructure: Including hangar area, technical area, and previously used for military purposes.
  

According to the plan until 2025, the airport will be upgraded with a runway extension to 1,900m and terminal expansion to meet future passenger growth needs. Kien Giang Province has also proposed expanding the airport to better serve the socio-economic development and tourism of the Southwest region.

Rach Gia Airport is a small domestic airport located in Rach Gia City, Kien Giang Province, mainly serving domestic flights (Source: Internet)

2. Popular flight routes at Rach Gia airport

Currently, Rach Gia Airport mainly operates domestic flight routes operated by Vietnam Airlines. Flight routes connect Rach Gia with major cities like Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and some other destinations.

2.1. From Ho Chi Minh City to Kien Giang

• Departure point: Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN)
• Destination: Rach Gia Airport (VKG)
• Flight time: 0 hours 55 minutes
• Frequency: 1 flight/day (3 days/week: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)
• Ticket price: From 997,000 VND/one way

2.2. From Hanoi to Kien Giang

• Departure point: Noi Bai Airport (HAN)
• Destination: Rach Gia Airport (VKG)
• Flight time: 07 hours 30 minutes
• Frequency: 6 flights/day (2 days/week: Wednesday and Friday)
• Ticket price: From 2,648,000 VND/one way

2.3. From Da Nang to Kien Giang

• Departure point: Da Nang Airport (DAD)
• Destination: Rach Gia Airport (VKG)
• Flight time: 06 hours 25 minutes
• Frequency: 1 flight/day (6 days/week, except Sunday)
• Ticket price: From 2,151,000 VND/one way

Fly directly to Rach Gia airport from many major cities across the country with flight times from just 1 hour 20 minutes, multiple flights daily, ticket prices from just over 1,000,000 VND. Book your tickets today to enjoy a convenient, quick, and complete journey with Vietnam Airlines.

With a 1,500m runway, Rach Gia Airport is suitable for operating small aircraft (Source: Internet)

3. Transportation from Rach Gia airport to city center

After landing at Rach Gia Airport, you will have many options to continue your journey to the city center or nearby tourist destinations. Depending on your needs, amount of luggage, and budget, you can choose taxi, bus, shuttle service, or rent private transportation. Below are popular options and estimated costs to help you easily plan your transportation.

4. Important notes when arriving at Rach Gia airport

To ensure your journey to and from Rach Gia Airport goes smoothly, you should note some important points below:

• Arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes before departure time for domestic flights to have enough time for check-in procedures and security checks. Arriving early will help you avoid missing flights due to unforeseen circumstances such as crowds or departure gate changes.
  
• Prepare complete valid identification documents (citizen ID or passport), airline tickets, and boarding passes.
  
• Bring essential personal items such as medicine, phone chargers, drinking water, and light snacks if needed. Since Rach Gia Airport has limited facilities, especially utility services, thorough preparation beforehand will help you feel more comfortable while waiting.
  
• During the rainy season (lasting from June to November), regularly monitor weather conditions in the Kien Giang area as well as announcements from airlines.
  
• The airport provides free Wi-Fi for passengers, however during peak hours, high traffic volume may cause slower network speeds than usual. If you need stable internet for work or important communications, you should prepare mobile data in advance.
  

Vietnam Airlines is currently the main airline operating flights at Rach Gia Airport (Source: Vietnam Airlines)

Rach Gia Airport is not only an important aviation gateway of the region but also a driving force for socio-economic development. With modern infrastructure, strategic location, and plans for future expansion, this place promises to become an important airport of the country. Book your tickets today to explore the land with distinctive culture and beautiful nature with Vietnam Airlines.