Updated Jan 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.3M
Population
11,860 km2
Area
246 Mbps
Internet
UTC+07:00
Timezone
DAD (4km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Da Nang is a city in Vietnam with a population of 1.3M. Internet speeds average 246 Mbps download. The city has 5,050 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Vietnam
Region
South-Eastern Asia
Population
1.3M
Timezone
UTC+07:00
Currency
VND
Language
Vietnamese
Airport
DAD
GPS
16.07, 108.22
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
643 restaurants mapped in Da Nang
Tech
246 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
74% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Connections
Da Nang has 8 sister cities worldwide
Travel
DAD airport just 4 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
5,050 total POIs 0.4 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
643
Cafes
990
Bars
99
Fast Food
92
Shopping
Supermarkets
26
Convenience
384
Shopping Malls
11
Healthcare
Hospitals
44
Clinics
18
Pharmacies
60
Education
Schools
214
Universities
36
Libraries
3
Recreation
Parks
117
Playgrounds
22
Sports
109
Cinemas
4
Museums
11
Theatres
3
Transport
Bus Stops
715
Train Stations
6
Fuel Stations
91
Services
Banks
76
ATMs
321
Post Offices
5
Police
5
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
246 Mbps
Download
197 Mbps
Upload
5ms
Latency
82,715
Tests
21,268
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Apr
23°
J
23°
F
25°
M
27°
A
28°
M
30°
J
30°
J
30°
A
28°
S
27°
O
25°
N
23°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 26.5 C Range: 22.8 - 30.2 C Rain: 2,208 mm/year Sunshine: 3,285 h/year
CITY SCORES
89.7
Nomad Index
A
Livability
47.5
Culture
68.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
26.3
Overall
74% cheaper than NYC
10.8
Rent
89% cheaper than NYC
31.6
Groceries
68% cheaper than NYC
16.0
Restaurants
84% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
DAD
Da Nang International Airport
4 km from center
Very close — ~6 min ride
FUN FACTS
Da Nang or Danang (Vietnamese: Đà Nẵng, pronounced [ɗà n̪ɐ̌ŋˀ] ) is the fourth-largest city in Vietnam by municipal population and the largest by geographical area.
It lies on the coast of the Western Pacific Ocean of Vietnam at the mouth of the Hàn River, and is one of Vietnam's most important port cities.
The city was known as Cửa Hàn (Hàn River Estuary) during early Đại Việt settlement, and as Tourane (or Turon) during French colonial rule.
Da Nang is designated as a first class city, and has a higher urbanization ratio than any of Vietnam's other provinces or centrally governed cities.
Da Nang is the commercial and educational center of Central Vietnam and is the largest city in the region.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Da Nang known for?
Da Nang is a city in Vietnam. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Da Nang?
Da Nang has an average download speed of 246 Mbps and upload speed of 197 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Da Nang?
Da Nang has an average year-round temperature of approximately 26.5 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Da Nang?
Da Nang is served by DAD (Da Nang International Airport), approximately 4 km from the city center.
What is the population of Da Nang?
The population of Da Nang is approximately 1.3M.
What infrastructure does Da Nang have?
Da Nang has 5,050 mapped points of interest, including 643 restaurants, 44 hospitals, 214 schools.
What country is Da Nang in?
Da Nang is located in Vietnam.
