Pleiku Airport (PXU) Pickup to Mang Den & Da Nang Route Guide

Pleiku Airport (IATA: PXU) serves as the closest highland air gateway to the cool pine forests of Mang Den, the Bahnar village of Kon Klor, and the volcanic waters of Bien Ho T’Nung Lake without climbing a long coastal mountain pass. Many families travelling from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City plan a one-way open-jaw itinerary: flying directly into Pleiku Airport for private car pickup through Bien Ho, Kon Klor, and Mang Den before descending to Da Nang or Hoi An, or driving up from Da Nang to Mang Den and flying home out of Pleiku Airport to save an entire return mountain drive.

[!IMPORTANT] Sun Travel’s Pleiku Airport (PXU) Pickup & Highland Transfer Standards

Across all Pleiku Airport transfers connecting Mang Den, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Hue, our well-maintained 4, 7, and 16-seat fleet and local highland drivers uphold three service standards:

1. Real-time flight tracking: When you provide your flight number into Pleiku Airport, our dispatch team tracks live landing updates so your driver is waiting at the arrival hall whether your plane touches down early or experiences a delay.
2. Name-board meet and greet at the terminal exit: Pleiku Airport has a compact, single-level terminal; as soon as you step through the glass arrival doors after baggage claim, your driver greets you with a name sign and walks you 30 metres to the private pickup lane.
3. Waiting and rescheduling: Free waiting time and the notice needed to reschedule or cancel are listed under Trip terms on the route page.

Pleiku Airport Pickup Layout and the Smooth Western Highway to Mang Den

Pleiku Airport sits along 17/3 Street in Pleiku Ward, Gia Lai Province, just 3 km from the town centre, with direct access to National Highway 14 leading north to Kon Tum Ward, Quang Ngai Province and the pine resort plateau in Mang Den Commune, Quang Ngai Province. Airport pickup works in three simple steps:

1. Exit Ground-Floor Arrivals (Gate A1): After collecting checked luggage from the carousel, walk straight through the main glass exit to the covered passenger pickup curb.
2. Board Within 30 Metres: Your driver assists with loading suitcases into the trunk; all airport entrance and exit barrier tolls are already included in your fare.
3. Smooth Ascent Without Crossing Vi O Lac Pass: The 110 km transfer from Pleiku Airport to Mang Den follows flat National Highway 14 through Kon Klor before ascending the gentle western slope of National Highway 24 (the short, wide 10 km Mang Den Pass), completely bypassing the long eastern Vi O Lac Pass.

Measured Driving Distances and Travel Times from Pleiku Airport (PXU)

Use the measured travel times below from Pleiku Airport to Central Highlands and coastal destinations to coordinate your flight schedule:

Destination from Pleiku Airport	Primary Driving Corridor	Distance	4–7 Seat Car Time	16-Seat Van Time	Recommended En-Route Sightseeing
Bien Ho T’Nung Lake & Century-Old Pine Road	17/3 Street – Ton Duc Thang Road	8 km	15 mins	15 mins	Combine with Minh Thanh Pagoda in central Pleiku
Wooden Church & Kon Klor Suspension Bridge	National Highway 14 (Ho Chi Minh Hwy)	48 km	55 mins	1 hr 05 mins	Stop at the Bishop’s Building and Kon Klor Communal House by the Dak Bla River
Mang Den Pine Plateau	National Highway 14 – Kon Klor – QL24	110 km	2 hrs 15 mins	2 hrs 30 mins	Enjoy leaf-salad lunch in Kon Klor before ascending to Mang Den
Quy Nhon Coast / Phu Cat Airport	National Highway 19 (via An Khe Pass)	165 km	3 hrs 15 mins	3 hrs 30 mins	Visit Quang Trung Museum in Tay Son along the way
Central Da Nang / Hoi An Ancient Town	QL24 (Vi O Lac Pass) – CT01 Expressway	340 km	6 hrs 15 mins	6 hrs 45 mins	Morning departure required to cross Vi O Lac Pass before 15:00

Two Smart Open-Jaw Highland Itineraries Connecting Pleiku, Mang Den, and Da Nang

Instead of backtracking along the same highway, booking a one-way or multi-day private car between Pleiku Airport and Da Nang or Hoi An unlocks two streamlined routes:

• Option 1 (Da Nang / Hoi An → Mang Den → Kon Klor → Drop-off at Pleiku Airport): Depart Central Vietnam on our Da Nang – Mang Den – Pleiku 3D2N Car Tour, spend 1 night in Mang Den and 1 night in Pleiku, and have your driver drop your group off at Pleiku Airport on Day 3 for a direct flight to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
• Option 2 (Pleiku Airport Pickup → Mang Den → Descend Vi O Lac Pass to Da Nang / Hoi An / Quy Nhon): Meet your driver upon landing at Pleiku Airport, tour Bien Ho, Kon Klor, and Mang Den, and continue down to the coast via our Da Nang & Hoi An to Mang Den 2D1N Car Tour, Hue to Mang Den Private Car, or the Da Nang – Mang Den – Quy Nhon Loop 4D3N Car Tour.

Choosing high-clearance vehicles and organising luggage for highland transfers

Because open-jaw trips connecting Pleiku Airport, Mang Den, and Da Nang span both chilly pine forests and warm coastal towns, families usually travel with extra suitcases and highland specialty gifts. Selecting a 7-seat SUV, or 16-seat minibus keeps cabin space roomy throughout the journey.

For daytime pass crossing windows and multi-day driver allowance rules, check our Vi O Lac Pass fog and Mang Den weather driving guide and driver overnight policy and Vi O Lac Pass rescheduling guide.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pleiku Airport Pickup to Mang Den and Da Nang

What is the starting price of a private car for a Pleiku Airport pickup linked to Mang Den and Da Nang? +

There is no separate listed fare for the Pleiku Airport pickup leg. The figures below are for the closest listed route, Da Nang / Hoi An ↔ Mang Den – Kon Klor – Bien Ho, Pleiku (3 days, 2 nights): 4-seat car from US$309, 7-seat car from US$351 and 16-seat van from US$438 (including fuel, road tolls and parking). The fare for the Pleiku Airport pickup leg is quoted after checking your pickup and drop-off points, itinerary and departure time.

How far is Mang Den from Pleiku Airport and does the route cross Vi O Lac Pass? +

Mang Den is about 110 km (roughly 2 hours 15 minutes by car) from Pleiku Airport. The route follows flat National Highway 14 through Kon Klor and climbs the gentle western slope of National Highway 24, completely bypassing Vi O Lac Pass for a smooth ride.

Will the driver wait if our flight into Pleiku Airport is delayed? +

Yes. When you share your flight number at booking, our dispatchers track real-time landing updates and adjust the airport entry time accordingly. Free waiting time follows the Trip terms on the route page.

Do Pleiku Airport transfer and Mang Den package fares include airport barrier tolls and highway tolls? +

Yes. The listed starting fare for each vehicle tier includes all fuel, Pleiku Airport gate tolls, BOT highway tolls on National Highway 14 or the Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway, and the driver's overnight allowance on multi-day trips.

Can we drive straight to Mang Den if our flight lands at Pleiku Airport in the late afternoon? +

If your flight lands during clear daylight hours, your driver can take you directly via National Highway 14 through Kon Klor up to Mang Den in time for dinner because the western approach is wide and gentle. For evening arrivals, we recommend staying 1 night in Pleiku and touring Bien Ho Lake and the Wooden Church the next morning on the way to Mang Den.

Are there hidden empty-return fees if we start in Da Nang and end at Pleiku Airport? +

All vehicle operating costs for one-way multi-day routes starting in Da Nang or Hoi An and ending at Pleiku Airport (or vice versa) are arranged directly clearly upfront by vehicle tier (4, 7, 16-seat) with no hidden surcharges at drop-off.