Travelling from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport is 40 minutes.
Luang Prabang and Vientiane share the same timezone, UTC+7.
Each week, there are 18 Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, go for the 12:05 Lao Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 12:25 with Lao Skyway.
Your LPQ to VTE flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Lao Skyway is your gateway to discovering Vientiane (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Laos!). Check out the direct flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Lao Skyway.
Lao Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering LPQ to VTE flights. An exceptional 80.95% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
If you'd love to explore a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Suvarnabhumi Airport is a well-known stop between LPQ and VTE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
£20 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Return flights start from £41. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from LPQ to VTE, book your journey five months ahead of your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
Luang Prabang International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.69% of flights that take off from LPQ land on time.
Luang Prabang International Airport is about 2 miles from central Luang Prabang. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LPQ:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Grab a Wattay International Airport rental car and explore Vientiane and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Avis and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport is roughly 5 miles from the centre of Vientiane. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Vientiane based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Vientiane during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LPQ to VTE in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Laos just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 miles south-east of Vientiane, a trip to Pakse will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Laos, consider Thakhek, roughly 150 miles east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are key highlights.