Travelling from Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Seoul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul.
Vientiane Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is two hours ahead of Vientiane.
The most popular flight route is from Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). You can pick from 11 services between these airports every week.
To avoid missing your VTE to Seoul flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Direct Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul tickets are available for booking. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is where you'll be touching down.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul include:
The journey from central Vientiane to VTE takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kms (4 miles) in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near VTE? If you're catching an early flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
76% of flights taking off from Vientiane Wattay International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Seoul
£129 is currently the best price for a one-way Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul flight. A return plane ticket starts at £252. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from VTE to Seoul, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul ticket.
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Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The distance from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kms (30 miles). It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Seoul Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from VTE to Seoul.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kms (10 miles) from central Seoul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 35 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near GMP. Settle in and get cosy after your VTE to Seoul flight at one of these well-located options:
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul. January is the busiest month to travel to Seoul. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from VTE to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vientiane Wattay International Airport to Seoul, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Seoul travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Seoul, now it's time to discover other parts of South Korea. Travel around 322 kms (200 miles) southeast to Busan to check off its top attractions. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Korea, head for Daegu, about 241 kms (150 miles) southeast of Seoul. Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park are the start of reasons to visit.