Quang Ngai is surrounded by the Truong Son Mountains on one side and the East Sea on the other. The topography of the surrounding regions include mountains, plains, seaside and offshore islands.
Quang Ngai lies halfway between Hanoi (883 km north) and HCM City (838km south). Quang Ngai is close to other major tourist cities of Da Nang (130 km, ~3 hrs) and Hoi An (116 km, ~2½ hrs).
On the other hand, the 135km coastal line boasts untouched beaches, crystal clear waters, and more. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a dip in the cool turquoise waters in Ly Son island, Thanh Thuy beach & My Khe beaches.
Flights:
The closest airport to Quang Ngai is Chu Lai International Airport - 45km north of Quang Ngai city on the coastline.
There are direct flights from
Ho Chi Minh City - Chu Lai - HCM City (2 flights daily)
Also Hanoi - Chu Lai - Hanoi (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun) serviced by Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air and Jetstar Pacific (only Ho Chi Minh City - Chu Lai).
The airfare ranges from 80 – 120 USD each way.
Drive:
Danang - Quang Ngai city 140km ( 90 minutes drive)
Hoi An - Quang Ngai City - 128km ( 80 minutes drive on totally new-paved-road along the coastline)
Qui Nhon - Quang Ngai City - 187km ( 3 hours drive)
Train.
If you are budget travelers and have plenty of time, train is another mean of transportation to access Quang Ngai.
Quang Ngai train station (Ga Quang Ngai) is located in the northwest part of the city. It’s a regular stop on the Reunification Express.
For those who wish to linger a bit more, Thach Ky Dieu Tau Island is a worthwhile visit. Coming to the spot, tourists can admire the magnificent landscapes and watch daily activities of local people like children playing on waves and fishing coracles bubbling on the water surface. This is a gorgeous spot located to South of Sa Ky seaport in An Vinh Hamlet, Tinh Ky Commune in Son Tinh District.
