Hanoi (HAN) to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)

Hanoi (HAN) to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)

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Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport Schedule

Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Grouptour Van + Sleeper Bus 15:15 - 10:25VND 1,493k
Lao Airlines Economy 16:20 - 11:45VND 4,779k
HTX Van Tai 277 VIP Sleeper 41 18:00 - 19:30VND 1,300k

Transportation from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport

Facts about the transport from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport

Cheapest Transport$52
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure3:15 PM
Latest Departure7:10 PM
Departures per day5
Distance1275 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGrouptour, HTX Van Tai 277, Lao Airlines

Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport Destination Reviews

JT
This is NOT a safe way to travel. Starting with the worst, here is a list of what happened on our bus from Hanoi to Luang Prabang: 1. A young girl was sexually assaulted by a drunk man on the bus touching her legs and offering her money during the night, the drivers did nothing, 2. The bus broke down in the middle of nowhere in Laos, we were stranded for 10 hours with no updates on what was going on, nor would the drivers let us access our belongings or even board the bus, we have no food or water, imagine what that was like as it started to go darn 3. The drivers drank beer and smoked on the bus, 4. The drivers hit people on the legs for not taking off their shoes to board their filthy bus, 5. People’s bags were damaged during the ride due to being put on the roof in favour of cargo in the storage compartments - they laughed at the damage as they were taken off… need I say more? Don’t put yourself in danger to save a little bit of money, just book the flight instead. I never usually do reviews but this was the worst experience of my life, it took us 3 days to get to Luang Prabang under the dominion of a group of thugs who had total power over us whilst we had nothing to eat, drink nor even safety over our person nor possessions. Don’t incentivise this company so that they can do this to other people again please.
Bus VIP Sleeper 41, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Apr 25, 2024
EH
6 hours late... Arrived at 1h in luang prabang
Bus VIP Sleeper 41, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Mar 10, 2024
JF
Good
Bus VIP Sleeper 41, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Jan 30, 2024
CC
The bus left 2h late, this is acceptable in East Asia so no problem. We Were supposed to do the trip with a techbus, it was certainly not one. This could be acceptable as well. But the worst part was that the bus arrived not 1,2, 5 hours left but 16HOURS LATE ( took us 39h instead of 23h to arrive) we basically spent 2nights in a bus that was basically Doing deliveries, taking merchandise (we were sleeping between a TV and a some rice bags at some points) every 20min while taking people on its way to laos. Added to that one of the tire punctured on our way, making us loose several hours (as if it was not already enough) to get it repaired while the driver just let us at a random street restaurant during this time and leaving us without telling us. If you are searching for thrill and you are not in a hurry then no pb otherwise find another alternative
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jun 19, 2023
EB
It was better then we expected. The driver was really nice and helpful. The only thing that was not great was that we arrived 2 hours later then expected
Bus VIP Sleeper 41, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), May 22, 2023
C
This was the second time we took this route since the first time we arrived to the border and had to go back to Hanoi since we didn't know that it wasn't possible to get on-arrival visas to Laos anymore. We left on time from Hanoi and arrive almost at 9 pm to Luang Prabang. More than a formal transport for people, the bus was a goods delivery service.The bus stopped more than a dozen times to collect and deliver multiple items on the way, including more people with no tickets. All felt more like of it was a side business from corrupted drivers than something organized from the company. There were few stops to go to proper toilets (specially for women) and to eat. The drivers smoked constantly inside the bus and the air conditioning damaged a couple of times.
Bus VIP Sleeper 41, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Mar 15, 2023
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How to get from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport

When you want to get from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 187.98. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 51.14.

How far is Hanoi from Luang Prabang Airport?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport. Your trip will be a total of 793 miles (1275 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 km).

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport?

The travel time from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 26 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport?

The cost of the trip from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 51.14 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 187.98.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport:

  • Bus tickets - USD 51.14 to USD 58.72;
  • Plane tickets - USD 167.28 to USD 187.98;

How many trips per day are there between Hanoi and Luang Prabang Airport?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 15:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 3 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Hanoi to Luang Prabang depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Luang Prabang. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 167.28.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Hanoi to Luang Prabang

Lao Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Hanoi to Luang Prabang is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Hanoi to Luang Prabang Airport? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.