Flying from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport.
Hanoi's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Vientiane.
Flights from VTE to HAN start from 14:30 — the earliest with Lao Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:00 with Vietnam Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 139 weekly Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your VTE to HAN flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Lao Airlines has direct flights from Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Hanoi — and maybe even more of Vietnam if you have time.
Lao Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers VTE to HAN flights is Vietnam Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 70.49% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
£52 is the best price for a one-way Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £110. These prices may change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from VTE to HAN by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Wattay International Airport (VTE)
When it comes to Wattay International Airport's on-time performance, 73.92% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Wattay International Airport from central Vientiane, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near VTE:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Consider booking a hotel near HAN if you're catching a late Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Noi Bai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dichung Car Hire to explore beyond Hanoi's usual tourist stops.
Improve your chances of securing the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Noi Bai International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport is roughly 16 miles from central Hanoi. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Hanoi in April.
When reserving your flight from Wattay International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Hanoi, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VTE to HAN in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Việt Trì is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Hanoi. Around 30 miles away to the north-west, popular attractions include Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ, Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân.
If you want to check out another side of Vietnam, head for Móng Cái, roughly 140 miles east of Hanoi. Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach are key reasons to visit.