Flights to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Sydney (SYD)
~9–10 hoursVietnam Airlines direct seasonal, Qantas codeshare; also via HCMC or Singapore connection
Melbourne (MEL)
~9–10 hoursVietnam Airlines via Hanoi direct seasonal; also via Singapore or HCMC
Brisbane (BNE)
~10–11 hoursVia Singapore or HCMC. Seasonal direct possible.
Auckland (AKL)
~12–15 hours1 stop via HCMC (SGN) or Singapore (SIN)
Los Angeles (LAX)
~18–22 hours1 stop via Tokyo (NRT/HND) or Seoul (ICN)
London (LHR)
~13–15 hoursVietnam Airlines direct; also via Singapore or Bangkok
Toronto (YYZ)
~20–24 hours1–2 stops via Tokyo, Seoul, or Singapore
Best fares typically book 6 to 8 weeks ahead. Avoid booking less than 3 weeks before travel. For All-on-4 patients doing two trips, it is worth booking both flights at the same time to secure return pricing.
Vietnam visa for Hanoi dental patients
E-visa (AU, NZ, US, UK, CA)
Apply at xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn or approved third-party portals. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel to allow buffer. Take a printout of your approved e-visa to show at Noi Bai arrival.
For multi-trip patients (e.g. All-on-4): each 90-day e-visa covers one trip. You will need a new application for trip 2. Start the second application 2 weeks before your return visit.
Visa-on-arrival option
Visa-on-arrival (VOA) is available at Noi Bai International Airport. You will need a pre-approval letter from an authorised Vietnam visa service before you board. The letter typically costs US$10–25 and is issued in 1–2 business days.
The e-visa is simpler and recommended for most patients. VOA is an option if you need to travel urgently and cannot wait for e-visa processing.
Note: Vietnam visa requirements can change. Verify the current rules at your country's foreign affairs website before booking. SmileJet can not be held responsible for visa processing outcomes.
Noi Bai Airport to your clinic or hotel
Grab (recommended)
Book inside the arrivals hall via the Grab app. Select "GrabCar" and enter your hotel address. Driver is confirmed before you exit the building. No negotiation required.
- Fixed price shown before booking
- Driver identity tracked
- No cash negotiation
Official airport taxi
Use official taxi counters inside arrivals (G7 Taxi, Vinasun). Avoid touts approaching you before the official counter. Confirm the fare or meter before entering.
- Available without a smartphone
- Registered vehicles
- Metered or fixed rate available
Airport bus (86)
Bus 86 runs from Noi Bai to the Hoan Kiem area. Suitable for light travellers with no dental recovery concerns. The bus journey can be crowded during peak hours.
- Cheapest option
- Runs frequently
Where to stay in Hanoi
Three neighbourhood types suit different patient profiles. All are within Grab distance of all six featured clinics.
Old Quarter (Hoan Kiem)
Heritage, cafes, street food
Closest to Hanoi Smile Dental and Up Dental. Walkable from Hoan Kiem Lake. Ideal recovery environment — low traffic in side streets, abundant soft food options.
Best for: First-time Hanoi visitors, culture-seekers, single-implant patients
Budget: US$30–60/night. Mid: US$70–120/night. Boutique: US$130–250/night.
Ba Dinh
Diplomatic quarter, quieter streets
Walking distance from Westcoast International, Lotus Dental, and Hanoi French Hospital. Wider roads, more international restaurants, lower noise levels.
Best for: All-on-4 and multi-implant patients wanting quieter recovery
Mid: US$70–130/night. Luxury: US$150–300/night.
Tay Ho (West Lake)
Expat hub, lakeside calm
Quietest recovery setting. Saigon Smile Hanoi is in Tay Ho. The lakeside road and Truc Bach Lake are perfect for gentle post-op walks. More international food options.
Best for: Nervous patients, longer stays, couples trips
Mid: US$80–150/night. Serviced apt: US$1,200–2,500/month.
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