How to find cheap flights to Dien Bien Airport (DIN)
$1,007 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Dien Bien Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to DIN, the lowest fare is $760.
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Lock in a bargain on tickets to Dien Bien Phu, where Dien Bien Airport is located, by booking ahead of time. You're more likely to secure an amazing deal and have a wider range of flights to choose from.
Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching to increase your chances of finding cheap flights to Dien Bien Phu. This will give you more options for where you take off and touch down, along with different fares.
If you're not in a rush to travel to Dien Bien Phu, consider making a pit stop along the way. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Dien Bien Airport by booking a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to Dien Bien Phu
You can typically catch the cheapest flight to Dien Bien Phu in May.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to DIN, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest available fares.
August is the most popular month for flights to DIN. Travel then if you're eager to experience Dien Bien Phu at its liveliest.
The quietest time of the year to go is February. Book your plane tickets to Dien Bien Phu then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
Check the weather conditions before traveling. April brings the warmest days in Dien Bien Phu, averaging between 64ºF and 99ºF.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 46ºF to 75ºF.
February gives you the best chance of sunshine. With two days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Dien Bien Phu.
The wettest time of year is July. Plan your trip then and you'll likely get around 26 days of rainfall.
Traveling to Dien Bien Airport (DIN): What you need to know
Take the express route to Dien Bien Phu with Vietnam Airlines or VietJet Air. These popular airlines operate direct flights to Dien Bien Airport.
If you want to travel with the carrier that leads the way for punctuality, book your DIN plane ticket with Vietnam Airlines. Up to 65% of its flights into this hub arrive according to schedule.
You'll be landing in the UTC+7 timezone at DIN.
Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Dien Bien Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to DIN:
Dien Bien Airport has an on-time rating of 76%, which tells you how often flights get to their destination without delay. This can be useful to know if you're catching a tight connecting flight or need to be somewhere soon after you land.
Getting to central Dien Bien Phu from Dien Bien Airport (DIN)
Central Dien Bien Phu is about 3 miles from DIN.
If you're catching a cab after your flight to DIN, it'll take around 10 minutes to reach the center.
Expect the journey to take roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
The right hotel can upgrade your whole experience. Unpack your bags at one of these traveler-approved options in Dien Bien Phu:
Dien Bien Phu highlights
Put these leading attractions high on your must-visit list after hopping off your flight to Dien Bien Phu:
(Anne-Marie): A classic place to begin sightseeing, this landmark is around 2 miles north-west of the city center.
French Commander Bunker of Dien Bien Phu: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 0.5 miles west of the city center, it's worth checking out to get the full Dien Bien Phu experience.
How to get to Muong Phan from Dien Bien Airport (DIN)
DIN is a gateway to the nearby city of Muong Phan, which is about 10 miles away. The best way to get into town will vary depending on when you travel, so plan ahead.
Traveling from Dien Bien Airport (DIN) to Muong Pon
Muong Pon is about 10 miles from Dien Bien Airport if your trip takes you in that direction.
Explore more of Vietnam
Vietnam isn't short of places to explore. Venture on to Hanoi, located around 190 miles east of Dien Bien Phu. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hanoi Street Foods and Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre are just the start of its must-sees. Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) is the city's closest major airport.
Expand your adventure to Việt Trì. Roughly 160 miles east of Dien Bien Phu, Hung Temple, San Mai Dinh village and Hùng Kings Temple Complex are reason enough to go.
