Port of Cai Lan

The approach to Cai Lan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Phù Long Range Front Lighthouse at 12.3 NM to the SW. Other aids include Phù Long Range Rear (12.3 NM SW), Đảo Cống Range Rear (12.5 NM SW), Đảo Cống Range Front (12.9 NM SW), Hòn Bài (15.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Cai Lan is situated on the South China Sea in VN. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Cai Lan (VNCLN) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for VNCLN on the live map.

The Port of Cai Lan is a port in VN. Its UN/LOCODE is VNCLN — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

The first two characters, VN, are the ISO country code for VN. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

The Port of Cai Lan operates in the UTC+7 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.