Can I fly direct from Luang Prabang to Vientiane?

Direct flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 17.2% of flights on this route were direct. When a direct flight is not chosen, connecting flights typically involve a median of 2 stopovers. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How long is the flight from Luang Prabang to Vientiane?

The direct flight from Luang Prabang to Vientiane typically takes about 0 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 216 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 16 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these significant differences in flight time when choosing their itinerary.

How often do cheap flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane have been a frequent occurrence. This route is classified as having a high availability of deals. Travelers can typically find favorable prices without an extended wait. This suggests that opportunities for more affordable travel on this route arise regularly.

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2026-10-02 – 2026-10-03
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Luang Prabang to Vientiane: Overview

Insights for flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane connect at least once, with only 17.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, indicating that direct flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane are less common.

A typical journey from Luang Prabang to Vientiane takes 16h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

The distance between Luang Prabang and Vientiane is 216 km, making this a short-haul route. This short distance typically means quicker travel times, though connecting itineraries can extend the overall journey.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Luang Prabang to Vientiane? The most affordable month to fly is February, with a median fare of $125. Following closely are March, with a median fare of $232, and May, with a median fare of $242. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Fares from Luang Prabang to Vientiane typically range from $291–$1202, with a median of $606. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price for this route, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities to find better prices with consistent monitoring.

How much is a round trip from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Regular price: $64 - $175

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

The regular price range for this route is between 64 USD and 175 USD. The current lowest deal is 117 USD with Lao Airlines, for travel from Oct 2 to Oct 3.

now $117

Low $64

High $175

The cheapest time to fly from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

The cheapest month to fly from Luang Prabang to Vientiane is February, with a median price of $125. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $814. Prices are generally lower from February to July.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $125

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $814

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Lao Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$121

$137

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$84

$129

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$83

$129

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$82

$129

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$91

$129

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$88

$129

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$121 → $137

13%

2 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 7

$109 → $132

21%

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$106 → $130

22%

5 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 17

$95 → $120

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Luang Prabang - Vientiane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Luang Prabang to Vientiane are above the typical level at $117.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $125

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Luang Prabang to Vientiane, with a median price of $125.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 16h 35m

Flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane typically take 16h 35m, with 2 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 82.8% of available flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lao Airlines offers direct flights

Lao Airlines is one airline offering direct flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane appear frequently.

Luang Prabang main airports to depart from

Luang Prabang International (LPQ)

Cheapest

Luang Prabang International is the cheapest option for flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$130

Vientiane main airports to arrive at

Wattay International (VTE)

Cheapest

Wattay International Airport is the primary gateway to Vientiane, offering convenient access to the capital.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$130

Airports nearby Vientiane used as alternative

Udon Thani International (UTH)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~60 km from Vientiane (reachable by car, requires border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$286

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Vientiane

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$1,634

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Vientiane

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $284. Booking within 0-6 days of departure also showed relatively low prices, averaging $292. However, prices tended to increase significantly for bookings made further in advance, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $819 and those booked 60+ days out averaging $842.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Luang Prabang to Vientiane was considered to be $291 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $606. Prices above $1202 were observed at the higher end of the spectrum. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices around the $291 mark.

Historically, February, March, and May have offered the cheapest flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. February typically had a median price of $125, while March saw a median of $232. May also presented competitive prices with a median of $242. These months were considerably more affordable than the annual median price of $606 for this route.

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Luang Prabang to Vientiane: Overview

Insights for flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

How much is a round trip from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Regular price: $64 - $175

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

The regular price range for this route is between 64 USD and 175 USD. The current lowest deal is 117 USD with Lao Airlines, for travel from Oct 2 to Oct 3.

now $117

Low $64

High $175

The cheapest time to fly from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

February

Cheapest

Flights from $125

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $814

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Lao Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$121

$137

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$84

$129

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$83

$129

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$82

$129

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$91

$129

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LPQ - Vientiane

Luang Prabang (LPQ) - Vientiane (VTE)

Lao Airlines

$88

$129

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$121 → $137

13%

2 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 7

$109 → $132

21%

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$106 → $130

22%

5 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 17

$95 → $120

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Luang Prabang to Vientiane