What percentage of Hanoi to Vientiane flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 19.9% of flights from Hanoi to Vientiane were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Hanoi to Vientiane?

The typical direct flight from Hanoi to Vientiane has a median duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes. This route covers a distance of 495 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, typically have a significantly longer median duration of 10 hours and 40 minutes.

How often do cheap flights from Hanoi to Vientiane come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Hanoi to Vientiane have been classified as frequent. This suggests that opportunities for finding good value on this route occur regularly. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable pricing options with some consistency.

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Hanoi to Vientiane: Overview

Insights for flights from Hanoi to Vientiane

Most itineraries for flights from Hanoi to Vientiane connect at least once, with only 19.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct options exist, you will more frequently encounter routes that include one or more stops on your journey.

A typical journey from Hanoi to Vientiane takes about 12h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, where most itineraries involve at least one stop. Travelers should factor in this extended travel time when planning their trip between these two cities.

The distance between Hanoi and Vientiane is 495 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. Despite the relatively short geographical distance, the typical journey time is influenced by the number of connecting flights available. This classification helps in understanding the general scope of the travel involved.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Hanoi to Vientiane? The most affordable month to fly is typically July, with a median fare of $185. Other cost-effective months include February, where the median fare is $200, and November, with a median fare of $201. These months offer the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

For those seeking cheap flights from Hanoi to Vientiane, fares typically range from $246–$521, with a median of $377. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may require flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices if you monitor the route regularly.

How much is a round trip from Hanoi to Vientiane

Regular price: $171 - $276

Prices for flights from Hanoi to Vientiane are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 171 USD and 276 USD. The current lowest deal is 232 USD with Air Ivoire, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 23.

now $232

Low $171

High $276

The cheapest time to fly from Hanoi to Vientiane

The cheapest month to fly from Hanoi to Vientiane is July, with a median price of $185. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $459. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

July

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Flights from $185

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $459

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Direct flights from Hanoi to Vientiane

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Last-minute flights going from Hanoi to Vientiane

Sat, Aug 1

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$300

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$283

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$293

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$234

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Vietnam Airlines

$264

$275

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Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hanoi to Vientiane

5 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 6

$300 → $276

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$279 → $261

6 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 10

$265 → $258

7 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 23

$234 → $233

Popular Airports to fly from Hanoi to Vientiane

Hanoi - Vientiane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Hanoi to Vientiane are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Hanoi to Vientiane, with a median price of $185.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 12h 55m

The median flight time from Hanoi to Vientiane is 12 hours and 55 minutes, classified as short-haul.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 80.1% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietjet Air offers direct flights

Vietjet Air has offered direct flights from Hanoi to Vientiane recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Hanoi to Vientiane appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Hanoi main airports to depart from

Noi Bai International (HAN)

Cheapest

Noi Bai International Airport is a good option for flights from Hanoi to Vientiane.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$240

Vientiane main airports to arrive at

Wattay International (VTE)

Cheapest

Wattay International Airport is the primary and most convenient arrival airport for Vientiane.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$240

Airports nearby Vientiane used as alternative

Udon Thani International (UTH)

Udon Thani International is a useful alternative due to its proximity and accessibility across the border.

📍 ~90 km from Vientiane (requires an international border crossing).

💸 Flights from ~$222

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Vientiane

Historically, the best time to book flights from Hanoi to Vientiane is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $245. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw a slightly higher average price of $255. Conversely, booking 60+ days out was significantly more expensive, with an average price of $518 across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Hanoi to Vientiane was considered to be $246 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $377. Prices typically ranged up to $521 for the higher end of observed fares.

Historically, July has offered some of the cheapest flights from Hanoi to Vientiane, with a median price of $185. February and November also showed favorable pricing, with median fares around $200 and $201 respectively. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $377.

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Hanoi to Vientiane: Overview

Insights for flights from Hanoi to Vientiane

How much is a round trip from Hanoi to Vientiane

Regular price: $171 - $276

Prices for flights from Hanoi to Vientiane are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 171 USD and 276 USD. The current lowest deal is 232 USD with Air Ivoire, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 23.

now $232

Low $171

High $276

The cheapest time to fly from Hanoi to Vientiane

July

Cheapest

Flights from $185

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $459

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

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Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec