Pha That Luang - Vientiane (Laos) I, Vientiane — flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane
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Flights from Luang Phabang to Vientiane

Nonstop flights from Luang Phabang (LPQ) to Vientiane (VTE) take about 46m (218 km). Lao Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $43 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Luang Phabang to Vientiane

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

✈ Lao Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Luang Phabang to Vientiane fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $40 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Nov 2026$4029 Nov 2026 · Lao Airlines—
Dec 2026$412 Dec 2026 · Lao Airlines—
Feb 2027$449 Feb 2027 · Lao Airlines—
Mar 2027$422 Mar 2027 · Lao Airlines—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $40 for November 2026, $42 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Luang Phabang to Vientiane, 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 — Luang Phabang to Vientiane flights

How long is the flight from Luang Phabang to Vientiane?
A nonstop flight from Luang Phabang (LPQ) to Vientiane (VTE) takes about 46m, covering 218 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 Luang Phabang from Vientiane by air?
The great-circle distance between Luang Phabang International Airport and Wattay International Airport is 218 km (135 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Luang Phabang to Vientiane?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LPQ–VTE route include 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 Luang Phabang to Vientiane cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LPQ–VTE was $43 USD with Lao Airlines (nonstop), departing 10 Feb 2027, 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 Luang Phabang to Vientiane?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $40 one-way, against $44 for February 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Luang Phabang to Vientiane?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Vientiane 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 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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