Traveling from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE): What you need to know
Bangkok has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) or Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport flight.
Vientiane Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane. The city's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Bangkok.
The busiest route is from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE), with 28 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from BKK to VTE is the 9:55am Lao Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 8:50pm with Lao Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to VTE. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Direct flights from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) operate from here.
Lao Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport departing from BKK.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Lao Airlines between BKK and VTE.
Among carriers on this route, Thai Airways is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Located around 31 kilometers from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Consider starting your trip from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). You can book a direct Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to VTE can be booked with Thai AirAsia.
On the DMK to VTE route, Thai AirAsia is the top airline in terms of bookings.
The most reliable carrier is Thai AirAsia. Its Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport to Vientiane Wattay International Airport flights arrive as planned 75.41% of the time.
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your Bangkok to VTE flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport:
60% of flights out of Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
From Vientiane Wattay International Airport, central Vientiane is around 3 kilometers away. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the city center by car.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE)
AED 257 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport. A return flight starts from AED 518. These prices may change depending on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Bangkok to VTE, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Think about the kind of vacation you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Vientiane. January is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your Bangkok to VTE plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Vientiane
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Vientiane Wattay International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vientiane:
Your visit to Vientiane wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Patuxay Park.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Laos you should also see. About 241 kilometers east of Vientiane, a visit to Thakhek will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Sunset Viewpoint, MAG UXO Visitor Centre and View Point sala.
Around 274 kilometers southeast of Vientiane, Savannakhet is another favorite stop in Laos. Experience major highlights starting with Dinosaur Museum, Wat Phochaiyaram and Chinese Temple.
