Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Vientiane on the eDreams website?

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At eDreams, we make it easy to find the perfect flight to Vientiane, with fares starting from just $ 113. Our smart tech searches for the best deals, giving you heaps of options. Whether you’re after the cheapest fare or the most convenient schedule, we make planning your trip dead simple.

Question 2

What airlines fly to Vientiane?

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These are the airlines with direct flights to Vientiane:

Lao Airlines also offers direct flights to Vientiane from Bangkok, Hanoi, and Luang Prabang. Perfect if you want a straightforward trip from these cities.

Here are some other options for flights to Vientiane that might include a stopover:

Scoot flies to Vientiane from Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, and Sydney.
Thai Airways International also heads to Vientiane from Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, and Siem Reap, giving you a few handy departure options.
Finally, Vietjet flies to Vientiane from lots of spots, including Melbourne, Denpasar-Bali, and Gold Coast - Coolangatta.

Question 3

When traveling to Vientiane, what's the recommended arrival time at the airport before my flight?

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To kick off your trip without any dramas, rock up to the airport 2–3 hours before your flight. This gives you plenty of time to check in, get through security, customs, and drop off your bags, and leaves room in case anything crops up.

With eDreams, you can snag top-flight deals to Vientiane from over 15 cities. We’ve also got extras to make your airport time a breeze – priority boarding, extra luggage, and lounge access for a bit of comfort.

For extra peace of mind, think about picking a refundable fare or chucking on some travel insurance so you can start your trip feeling ready and relaxed.

Question 4

How many airports serve Vientiane?

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Vientiane is served by 1 airport[s]. The main one, Wattay, flies to 15 cities, with heaps of domestic and international options. The most popular flights head to Bangkok, Sydney, and Brisbane. Whether you’re travelling for work or a holiday, there’s plenty of ways to get where you need to go.

Question 5

How far is the airport from the city center in Vientiane?

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The Wattay, which serves Vientiane, is about 5 kms from the city centre. Its handy location makes it easy for travellers to get to all the main attractions and amenities.

Question 6

What is the average cost to travel from the Vientiane airport to the city center?

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When getting from the airport to the city, you’ve got a few options:

Public Transport: For around 0.70 $ per person, you can jump on a bus or train – cheap and easy.

Taxi: A taxi from Wattay to the city centre usually costs about 2.38 $ per kilometre. Perfect if you’ve got heaps of luggage or want to get there quick-smart.

Car Rental: For the ultimate freedom to explore Vientiane at your own pace, grab a car with eDreams. Pick it up at Wattay and hit the road straight to your destination, stopping wherever you like along the way.

Question 7

What's a reasonable budget for a trip to Vientiane?

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Planning a trip to Vientiane? Here’s a quick run-down of what you might expect to spend on grub and drinks:

Affordable Dining: 3.48 $
Moderate Dining: 30.13 $
Cheap Restaurant: 8.35 $
Local Beer: 2.26 $
Imported Beer: 2.96 $
Coffee: 2.64 $
Soft Drinks: 0.93 $
Bottled Water: 0.63 $

Question 8

What's the weather like in Vientiane?

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If you’re chasing sunshine, the best time to visit Vientiane is during March, April, and May, when the average temperature hits around 35.41 °C. These months are also the sunniest, with heaps of sunshine – around 40.63 hours a day.

For cooler weather, plan your trip for January, February, and December, when temps drop to about 17.94 °C.

Want to avoid the wet stuff? Best to skip Vientiane during December, January, and February, when rainfall peaks at around 6.58 mm. The driest months are January, February, and March, with just 0 mm of rain on average.

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