Vietnam is long and narrow: well over 1,500 km from Hanoi in the north to Ho Chi Minh City in the south. How you move between places shapes your whole trip, from how much you see to how tired you feel. Here is an honest look at the four main ways to get around, and when each one makes sense. Domestic flights: for the long jumps Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet and Bamboo Airways connect the big cities many times a day. Hanoi to Saigon is about two hours in the air versus a day and a

For most travelers, Vietnam starts at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City. The good news: it is one of the few major airports in Asia that sits right inside the city. The less good news: the last few kilometers into the center can take anywhere from 25 minutes to well over an hour, depending on when you land. Here is what to expect and how to pick the right ride. Before you land Check your visa. Most visitors use Vietnam's e-visa, applied for online b