Are most flights from Vientiane long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, flights from Vientiane have shown a varied distribution across different haul lengths. Medium-haul flights typically represent the largest share, accounting for 40% of all routes. Short-haul flights are also common, making up 32% of the total. Long-haul flights constitute 28% of the routes available from Vientiane, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Vientiane?

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, Laos typically offers some of the most affordable flight destinations from Vientiane, with Luang Prabang having a median price of $76. Other countries also feature budget-friendly options, such as Thailand, where Phitsanulok historically had a median price of $150. Malaysia's Johor Bahru was typically around $166, while Beijing in China had a median price of $172. Vietnam also offered competitive prices, with Nha Trang averaging $193.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Vientiane?

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Vientiane, with an average price of $325. This represents a savings of approximately 27% compared to the annual median average price of $447. April is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $392. Travelers planning flights from Vientiane may find better value during these months.

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Phonsavan
Laos • 2026-10-19
35% AI deal score
$54
$56
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Luang Prabang
Laos • 2026-12-02
38% AI deal score
$50
$60
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Xam Neua
Laos • 2026-10-29
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$49
$83
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VTE
Hanoi
Vietnam • 2026-10-15
41% AI deal score
$85
$128
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VTE
Denpasar
Indonesia • 2026-10-21
83% AI deal score
$220
$129
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VTE
Chongqing
China • 2026-10-11
45% AI deal score
$138
$132
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Busan
South Korea • 2026-10-29
82% AI deal score
$199
$142
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Sri Lanka • 2026-11-09
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$219
$160
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Siem Reap
Cambodia • 2027-01-28
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$153
$168
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Praya, Lombok
Indonesia • 2026-10-18
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$287
$195
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Flights from Vientiane: Overview

Insights for flights from Vientiane

Right now, the most frequently discounted destination from Vientiane is Zürich, Switzerland, followed by Krabi, Thailand, and Bangkok, Thailand. These destinations have appeared most often in recent fare observations over the last 90 days, indicating consistent availability for travelers planning trips from Vientiane.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Vientiane, the most affordable fares right now include trips to Phonsavan, Laos, starting at $119. You can also find flights to Luang Prabang, Laos, for $119, and to Phú Quốc, Vietnam, with fares beginning at $186. These prices represent some of the lowest available for roundtrip travel from Vientiane.

Travelers departing from Vientiane have access to a broad range of destinations, with 124 unique cities reachable. Over the last 90 days, the top three countries by share of recent fares are Thailand, accounting for 27%, followed by China at 19%, and Vietnam at 15%. This indicates a strong focus on regional travel within Southeast Asia and East Asia.

When flying from Vientiane, 16.5% of recent fares are for direct flights, meaning the majority of routes involve at least one stop. This suggests that while direct options exist, travelers should anticipate connecting flights for many destinations, particularly for international journeys.

The flight distances from Vientiane show a balanced distribution across different haul lengths. About 32% of routes are short-haul, covering shorter distances. Medium-haul flights make up the largest portion at 40%, while long-haul routes account for 28% of the total. This mix provides options for both regional and intercontinental travel.

Most popular airlines from Vientiane

Lao Airlines

Thai Airways International

Thai AirAsia

Vietnam Airlines

Bangkok Airways

Vietjet Air

Danish Air Lines

Air China

Last-minute flights going from Vientiane soon

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - London

Vientiane (VTE) - London (LGW)

Lao Airlines

$928

$826

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Paris

Vientiane (VTE) - Paris (CDG)

Austrian Airlines

$952

$1,037

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Guangzhou

Vientiane (VTE) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Hainan Airlines, Hainan Airlines

$321

$262

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Kochi

Vientiane (VTE) - Kochi (COK)

Thai AirAsia

$496

$658

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Daegu

Vientiane (VTE) - Daegu (TAE)

Vietnam Airlines

$452

$2,350

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Luang Prabang

Vientiane (VTE) - Luang Prabang (LPQ)

Lao Airlines

$79

$119

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Vientiane

Hangzhou

TOP

China • Oct 2026

from

$266

Amsterdam

TOP

Netherlands • Nov 2026

from

$800

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Dec 2026

from

$917

Budapest

TOP

Hungary • Dec 2026

from

$842

Paris

TOP

France • Oct 2026

from

$1,037

Barcelona

TOP

Spain • Nov 2026

from

$668

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Vientiane

-23%

VTE - Frankfurt

$1,003 → $777

-17%

VTE - Sydney

$630 → $521

38%

VTE - Paris

$929 → $1,284

38%

VTE - Amsterdam

$998 → $1,374

Popular Airports from Vientiane

Vientiane airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Fri - Wed

Flights from VTE are cheapest on Fri and Wed, with fares as low as $52.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$56 direct / ~$119 roundtrip

The cheapest deals from Vientiane are to destinations within Laos, such as Luang Prabang and Phonsavan.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Lao Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Thai AirAsia

A mix of full-service and low-cost carriers offers diverse flight options from Vientiane.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance is the best way to get a good deal from Vientiane.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan - Mar

Flights from Vientiane tend to be cheaper in January, February, and March.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Phonsavan

Flights from Vientiane to Phonsavan start at $60 for a direct one-way trip.

Vientiane main airports to depart from

Wattay International (VTE)

Cheapest

Wattay International is ideal for travelers seeking the most budget-friendly flights from Vientiane.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Airports nearby Vientiane used as alternative

Udon Thani International (UTH)

Cheapest

Udon Thani International is a primary alternative for Vientiane residents seeking domestic Thai flights.

📍 ~68 km from Vientiane (requires international border crossing into Thailand, frequent shuttle services available)

💸 Flights from ~$19

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Vietnam • Dec 2026

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$455

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Pakse

Laos • Oct 2026

83% AI deal score

$508

$312

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Booking Flights from Vientiane: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Vientiane have offered median prices below $200. Within Laos, you could typically find flights to Luang Prabang for around $76 or Luang Namtha for about $78. Other options in Laos included Xam Neua at $86, Savannakhet at $88, Pakse at $108, and Phonsavan at $116. In Thailand, Phitsanulok had a median price of $150, and Bangkok was typically available for $155. These prices reflect trends observed across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, Vientiane has historically offered flights to 124 unique cities. These destinations span 41 different countries. A significant portion of these flights, approximately 27%, typically go to Thailand. China accounts for about 19% of destinations, while Vietnam makes up 15% of the available routes.

In the trailing 90 days, the most frequently served destinations from Vientiane included Zürich in Switzerland. Other popular routes historically included Krabi and Bangkok, both located in Thailand. These cities represent some of the busiest deal routes from Vientiane.

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Flights from Vientiane: Overview

Insights for flights from Vientiane

Most popular airlines from Vientiane

Lao Airlines

Thai Airways International

Thai AirAsia

Vietnam Airlines

Bangkok Airways

Vietjet Air

Danish Air Lines

Air China

Last-minute flights going from Vientiane soon

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - London

Vientiane (VTE) - London (LGW)

Lao Airlines

$928

$826

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Paris

Vientiane (VTE) - Paris (CDG)

Austrian Airlines

$952

$1,037

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Guangzhou

Vientiane (VTE) - Guangzhou (CAN)

Hainan Airlines, Hainan Airlines

$321

$262

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Kochi

Vientiane (VTE) - Kochi (COK)

Thai AirAsia

$496

$658

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Daegu

Vientiane (VTE) - Daegu (TAE)

Vietnam Airlines

$452

$2,350

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

VTE - Luang Prabang

Vientiane (VTE) - Luang Prabang (LPQ)

Lao Airlines

$79

$119

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Vientiane

Hangzhou

TOP

China • Oct 2026

from

$266

Amsterdam

TOP

Netherlands • Nov 2026

from

$800

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Dec 2026

from

$917

Budapest

TOP

Hungary • Dec 2026

from

$842

Paris

TOP

France • Oct 2026

from

$1,037

Barcelona

TOP

Spain • Nov 2026

from

$668

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Vientiane

-23%

VTE - Frankfurt

$1,003 → $777

-17%

VTE - Sydney

$630 → $521

38%

VTE - Paris

$929 → $1,284

38%

VTE - Amsterdam

$998 → $1,374

Popular Airports from Vientiane

Vientiane airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Fri - Wed

Flights from VTE are cheapest on Fri and Wed, with fares as low as $52.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$56 direct / ~$119 roundtrip

The cheapest deals from Vientiane are to destinations within Laos, such as Luang Prabang and Phonsavan.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Lao Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Thai AirAsia

A mix of full-service and low-cost carriers offers diverse flight options from Vientiane.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance is the best way to get a good deal from Vientiane.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan - Mar

Flights from Vientiane tend to be cheaper in January, February, and March.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Phonsavan

Flights from Vientiane to Phonsavan start at $60 for a direct one-way trip.

Vientiane main airports to depart from

Wattay International (VTE)

Cheapest

Wattay International is ideal for travelers seeking the most budget-friendly flights from Vientiane.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Airports nearby Vientiane used as alternative

Udon Thani International (UTH)

Cheapest

Udon Thani International is a primary alternative for Vientiane residents seeking domestic Thai flights.

📍 ~68 km from Vientiane (requires international border crossing into Thailand, frequent shuttle services available)

💸 Flights from ~$19

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From VTE

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Hanoi

Vietnam • Dec 2026

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$737

$455

Save $282

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Business Class

From VTE

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Pakse

Laos • Oct 2026

83% AI deal score

$508

$312

Save $196

Lao Airlines

Business Class

Booking Flights from Vientiane: Frequently Asked Questions

Cheap Flights from Vientiane

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Flights from Vientiane: Overview

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Most popular airlines from Vientiane

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Most popular destinations to fly from Vientiane

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Vientiane

Popular Airports from Vientiane

Vientiane airport insights

Fri - Wed

From ~$56 direct / ~$119 roundtrip

Lao Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Thai AirAsia

8+ months in advance

Jan - Mar

Watch fares to Phonsavan

Vientiane main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Vientiane used as alternative

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Booking Flights from Vientiane: Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find flights from Vientiane for less than 200 USD?

How many destinations can I fly to from Vientiane?

Where do most flights from Vientiane go?

Are most flights from Vientiane long-haul or short-haul?

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Vientiane?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Vientiane?

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Flights from Vientiane: Overview

Insights for flights from Vientiane

Most popular airlines from Vientiane

Last-minute flights going from Vientiane soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Vientiane

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Vientiane

Popular Airports from Vientiane

Vientiane airport insights

Fri - Wed

From ~$56 direct / ~$119 roundtrip

Lao Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Thai AirAsia

8+ months in advance

Jan - Mar

Watch fares to Phonsavan

Vientiane main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Vientiane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Vientiane

Best Elite deals from Vientiane

Hanoi

Pakse

Booking Flights from Vientiane: Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find flights from Vientiane for less than 200 USD?

How many destinations can I fly to from Vientiane?

Where do most flights from Vientiane go?

Are most flights from Vientiane long-haul or short-haul?

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Vientiane?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Vientiane?

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