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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When you land in Hanoi

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Street vendor with a bicycle in the urban market of Hanoi, Vietnam. — arriving in Hanoi

Airport transfer

HAN → Hanoi, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Trains, buses and taxi faresHAN to Hanoi: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Hanoi →8 drop-off points

Things to book in Hanoi

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Hanoi Dance Shows
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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

Best time to fly to Hanoi

Based on weather and travel conditions in Vietnam

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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.
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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