Gia Lam Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 37m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Gia Lam Air Base
Gia Lam Airport is an airport in Hanoi, Vietnam, located in Long Biên District, on the eastern bank of the Red River. It is primarily a military field, used by the Vietnam People's Air Force (VPAF), with MiG-21 fighters and Kamov Ka-28 helicopters stored in revetments. The airfield was inaugurated in 1936, before the Japanese occupation of French Indochina. The airport is currently used for military training activities, as well as for chartered helicopter taxi flights for tourists visiting nearby attractions such as Ha Long Bay. There are plans to convert Gia Lam to a civilian airport, serving short flights to and from locations in Northern Vietnam.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
VVGLNOTAMs
VVGLReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 6,571 ft / 2,003 m | 100 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gia Lam Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gia Lam Air Base?
The ICAO code for Gia Lam Air Base is VVGL.
Where is Gia Lam Air Base located?
Gia Lam Air Base is medium airport located in Hanoi (Long Bien), Vietnam, at an elevation of 50 ft (15 m).
How many runways does Gia Lam Air Base have?
Gia Lam Air Base has 1 runway, the longest being 6,571 ft / 2,003 m.
What time zone is Gia Lam Air Base in?
Gia Lam Air Base is in the Asia/Bangkok time zone (UTC+07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gia Lam Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gia Lam Air Base is approximately 1.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gia Lam Air Base?
The nearest airport to Gia Lam Air Base is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), about 11.7 nm to the nnw, followed by Hoa Lac Airfield and Kep Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gia Lam Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.