Street vendor with a bicycle in the urban market of Hanoi, Vietnam. — flights from Vientiane to Hanoi
VientianeHanoi, Vietnam

Flights from Vientiane to Hanoi

Nonstop flights from Vientiane (VTE) to Hanoi (HAN) take about 1h 7m (495 km). Vietnam Airlines and Lao Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $132 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Vientiane to Hanoi

Carriers on VTE–HAN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Vietnam Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Lao Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Vientiane to Hanoi fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $126 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$12626 Oct 2026 · Vietnam Airlines—
Nov 2026$1272 Nov 2026 · Vietnam Airlines—
Dec 2026$15016 Dec 2026 · Vietnam Airlines$148 · 1 stop16 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$1388 Jan 2027 · Vietnam Airlines—
Feb 2027$15114 Feb 2027 · Vietnam Airlines$150 · 1 stop17 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$1501 Mar 2027 · Vietnam Airlines—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $126 for October 2026, $138 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Vientiane to Hanoi, 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.

Best time to fly to Hanoi

Based on weather and travel conditions in Vietnam

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Vietnam spans multiple climate zones. Hanoi and the north are best Oct–Apr; Ho Chi Minh City is best Nov–Apr. Da Nang is excellent Feb–Aug. The middle has complex weather patterns.

Peak season: October – April

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Frequently asked questions — Vientiane to Hanoi flights

How long is the flight from Vientiane to Hanoi?
A nonstop flight from Vientiane (VTE) to Hanoi (HAN) takes about 1h 7m, covering 495 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 Vientiane from Hanoi by air?
The great-circle distance between Wattay International Airport and Noi Bai International Airport is 495 km (308 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Vientiane to Hanoi?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the VTE–HAN route include Vietnam Airlines and Lao Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Vientiane to Hanoi cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on VTE–HAN was $132 USD with Vietnam Airlines (nonstop), departing 26 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 Vientiane to Hanoi?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $126 one-way, against $150 for February 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Vientiane to Hanoi?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $126 with one stop against $132 nonstop, a saving of $6. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Vientiane to Vietnam?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Vietnam 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.
What is the best time to visit Hanoi?
Vietnam spans multiple climate zones. Hanoi and the north are best Oct–Apr; Ho Chi Minh City is best Nov–Apr. Da Nang is excellent Feb–Aug. The middle has complex weather patterns.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 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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