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Flights from Hanoi to Luang Phabang

Nonstop flights from Hanoi (HAN) to Luang Phabang (LPQ) take about 1h (406 km). Lao Airlines and Vietnam Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $114 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Hanoi to Luang Phabang

Carriers on HAN–LPQ according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Lao Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Vietnam Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Hanoi to Luang Phabang fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $114 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$11726 Oct 2026 · Vietnam Airlines—
Nov 2026$11628 Nov 2026 · Lao Airlines—
Dec 2026$11721 Dec 2026 · Lao Airlines—
Jan 2027$1146 Jan 2027 · Lao Airlines—
Feb 2027$11615 Feb 2027 · Lao Airlines—
Mar 2027$11518 Mar 2027 · Lao Airlines—
Apr 2027—$194 · 1 stop6 Apr 2027

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Fares were close across the months we saw: $116 for November 2026, $114 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Hanoi to Luang Phabang, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Hanoi to Luang Phabang flights

How long is the flight from Hanoi to Luang Phabang?
A nonstop flight from Hanoi (HAN) to Luang Phabang (LPQ) takes about 1h, covering 406 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Hanoi from Luang Phabang by air?
The great-circle distance between Noi Bai International Airport and Luang Phabang International Airport is 406 km (252 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Hanoi to Luang Phabang?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the HAN–LPQ route include Lao Airlines and Vietnam Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Hanoi to Luang Phabang cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on HAN–LPQ was $114 USD with Lao Airlines (nonstop), departing 6 Jan 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Hanoi to Luang Phabang?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $114 one-way, against $194 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Vietnam to Luang Phabang?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Luang Phabang visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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