What percentage of Vientiane to Bangkok flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, 61.9% of flights from Vientiane to Bangkok were direct. For travelers who prefer not to have a direct flight, connecting flights typically involved one stopover. This indicates a strong prevalence of non-stop options for this route.

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

The median direct flight time from Vientiane to Bangkok is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 516 kilometers. Flights with one stopover typically take longer, with a median duration of 8 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers can expect significantly shorter journeys when opting for direct routes.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Vientiane to Bangkok come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals across a 30-day window. Travelers can often find good opportunities for cost-effective travel between these two cities.

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September 8 - October 1

Cheapest

Best

VTE - Bangkok

$97

$182

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September 26 - October 1

Cheapest

Best

VTE - Bangkok

$115

$182

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September 29 - October 8

Cheapest

Best

VTE - Bangkok

$106

$182

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September 22 - October 1

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VTE - Bangkok

$106

$182

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September 12 - October 8

Cheapest

Best

VTE - Bangkok

$97

$182

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September 29 - October 13

Best

VTE - Bangkok

$100

$184

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September 3 - October 1

Best

Earliest

VTE - Bangkok

$92

$184

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September 29 - October 1

Best

VTE - Bangkok

$118

$184

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September 22 - October 17

Best

VTE - Bangkok

$97

$184

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September 12 - September 24

Best

VTE - Bangkok

$101

$184

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Vientiane to Bangkok: Overview

Insights for flights from Vientiane to Bangkok

A typical journey from Vientiane to Bangkok takes about 1h 20m. This median duration reflects the overall travel time, including any connections, for flights on this route. The distance between Vientiane and Bangkok is 516 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Vientiane to Bangkok, fares typically range from $137–$289, with a median price of $165. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vientiane to Bangkok? The data indicates that August is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $97. Other cost-effective months include November, with a median of $137, and February, where the median fare is $139.

For direct flights from Vientiane to Bangkok, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop. Specifically, 61.9% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For itineraries that include connections, travelers typically encounter one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Vientiane to Bangkok

Regular price: $79 - $218

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

The regular price range for this route is between 79 USD and 218 USD. The current lowest deal is 182 USD with Thai AirAsia, for travel from Sep 19-Sep 29.

now $182

Low $79

High $218

The cheapest time to fly from Vientiane to Bangkok

The cheapest month to fly from Vientiane to Bangkok is August, with a median price of $97. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $201. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $97

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $201

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Direct flights from Vientiane to Bangkok

Lao Airlines

Thai AirAsia

Last-minute flights going from Vientiane to Bangkok

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Bangkok

Vientiane (VTE) - Bangkok (DMK)

Thai AirAsia

$124

$198

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Bangkok

Vientiane (VTE) - Bangkok (BKK)

Lao Airlines

$132

$200

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Bangkok

Vientiane (VTE) - Bangkok (DMK)

Thai AirAsia

$124

$194

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Bangkok

Vientiane (VTE) - Bangkok (DMK)

Thai AirAsia

$142

$194

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Bangkok

Vientiane (VTE) - Bangkok (DMK)

Thai AirAsia

$136

$200

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Bangkok

Vientiane (VTE) - Bangkok (DMK)

Thai AirAsia

$129

$194

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 10 - Aug 11

$133 → $200

51%

2 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 19

$130 → $201

55%

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

$130 → $201

55%

14 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 23

$128 → $200

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Vientiane to Bangkok

Vientiane - Bangkok route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Vientiane to Bangkok are near the typical level of $165.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest at $97

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $97.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 20m

The typical direct flight duration from Vientiane to Bangkok is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

61.9% of recent deals are direct flights

Historically, 61.9% of recent deals for this route are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lao Airlines and Thai AirAsia offer direct flights

Lao Airlines and Thai AirAsia are among the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Vientiane to Bangkok are frequent, appearing often.

Vientiane main airports to depart from

Wattay International (VTE)

Cheapest

Wattay International Airport (VTE) is a convenient departure point for flights to Bangkok.

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

💸 Flights from ~$198

Bangkok main airports to arrive at

Don Mueang International (DMK)

Cheapest

Don Mueang International Airport is a good option for flights from Vientiane to Bangkok.

📍 ~20 km from Bangkok (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$198

Suvarnabhumi (BKK)

Suvarnabhumi Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Vientiane to Bangkok.

📍 ~25 km from Bangkok (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$200

Airports nearby Bangkok used as alternative

U-Tapao International (UTP)

U-Tapao International is a useful alternative arrival airport due to its proximity and role as a secondary hub.

📍 ~135 km from Bangkok (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$417

Hua Hin (HHQ)

Hua Hin is convenient for travelers located in the southern part of Bangkok and offers direct road and rail access.

📍 ~150 km from Bangkok (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$400

Trat (TDX)

Trat offers reliable domestic connections and is accessible by road within a few hours from Bangkok.

📍 ~230 km from Bangkok (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$324

Khon Kaen (KKC)

Khon Kaen is a major regional hub with high frequency of domestic flights and multiple airline choices.

📍 ~390 km from Bangkok (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$269

Udon Thani International (UTH)

Cheapest

Udon Thani International offers frequent daily connections to various domestic points with a large terminal.

📍 ~490 km from Bangkok (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$268

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bangkok

Historically, the best time to book flights from Vientiane to Bangkok is 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked in this window had an average price of $185. In contrast, booking 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in a higher average price of $248. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to more favorable pricing.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Vientiane to Bangkok is considered to be $137 or less. The median price for this route was $165. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $289 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Vientiane to Bangkok include August, with a median price of $97, and November, with a median price of $137. February also showed a median price of $139. The annual median price for this route across a 270-day window was $165, indicating that certain months offer significant savings.

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