Luang Prabang (LPQ) to Vientiane Airport (VTE)

Luang Prabang (LPQ) to Vientiane Airport (VTE)

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$138

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Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport Schedule

Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Vieng Chaleune Regional 14pax 07:30 - 17:30LAK 303,314
Vieng Chaleune Regional 14pax 08:00 - 16:00LAK 310,734
Naluang Regional 14pax 11:00 - 19:00$ 17.76
Lao Airlines Economy #QV10212:25 - 13:10LAK 3,647,885
Vieng Chaleune Regional 14pax 14:00 - 22:00LAK 310,734
Vieng Chaleune Regional 14pax 17:00 - 03:00LAK 303,314
Vieng Chaleune Regional 14pax 18:30 - 04:30LAK 303,314

Transportation from Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport

Facts about the transport from Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport

Cheapest Transport$15
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day9
Distance567 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLao Airlines, Naluang, Soutchai Travel, Vieng Chaleune

Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport Destination Reviews

AA
No fue del todo satisfactoria; yo había reservado un tren en Noviembre 2023 con salida desde LP a Vientiane el 18;de Marzo. Recibí los billetes electrónicos pero con salida a las 19:10 hrs; ese tren no me dejaría coger el vuelo en Vientiane a las 23:20 hrs con destino Shanghái. La agencia 12gi.Asia no me avisó con antelación de ese cambio. Perdí esos billetes: Lao Railway decía que no se podían cancelar ni cambiar por otro tren en horas anteriores. Tuve que comprar por mi cuenta dos billetes con salida a las 14:00 hrs. Terminé bien el viaje: llegué a Shanghái a la hora prevista y tomé horas más tarde un vuelo Shanghái - Madrid, los dos reservados en Noviembre 2023.
Train #C83 First Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Mar 28, 2024
LW
An over-full minivan: drivers wait for too many people than seats and seatbelts before going :-( that is not comfortable for the price but most important: this is not safe for people. We were also 30' late?
Van Regional 14pax, Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ), Feb 14, 2024
EA
Communication with 12go was horrible - we received ticket confirmation less than 2 hours before departure, which is awful. We barely received any responses from 12Go, and when we did, it was a robotic response. at one stage, we were told we had no tickets left, and then 20 minutes later we received an automated confirmation with tickets. How bizarre! Furthermore, it needs to be clearer that the booking confirmation takes 2 days to process, it's not acceptable to make that clear once someone has handed over their hard earned money.
Train #D887 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Feb 11, 2024
DC
So many potholes that it was very bumpy however the driver did a great job of getting us through it safely.
Van Regional 14pax, Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ), Dec 6, 2023
K
There was a driver+ 25 passengers (incl. 4 toddlers) in a van!! Even the local people were not satisfied. There were of course not seat belts for anyone. The driver drove dangerously. The trip took 10hrs. Luckily co-passengers were very nice and friendly.
Van Regional 14pax, Naluang (Naluang), Nov 25, 2023
OR
There were too many Chinese passengers, who were very unfriendly and constantly jostled when boarding.
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Train #C85 First Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Nov 13, 2023
GH
Booked a 14 seater minivan to leave at 7:30 am, was told there was no bus at 7:30 but was leaving at 8:30. Had a flight to catch leaving us worried we would miss it. There was 20 people on a 14 seater minivan so be prepared for cramped conditions in hot weather so wasn’t pleasant. On the positive side it only took 7 hours not the 10 specified so caught the flight on time. Great service from 12go though. Easy service booking the tickets and great communication. Got us from A to B
Van Regional 14pax, Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ), Feb 9, 2023
LH
Would have preferred just to have train tickets organised and make own way to the station rather than take the transfer.
Train Second Class, Naluang (Naluang), Jan 11, 2023
SP
Good service, very happy with the arrangement pick up from hotel semd to station. Train very smooth n fast... All enquiries was responded fast kudos to the team...
Train Second Class, Naluang (Naluang), Dec 30, 2022
AH
Company rejected giving any sort of children discount (for 3 kids) for train tickets, despite that kids under 120cm are free of charge and otherwise are 1/2 price, we were still charged full adult prices when going via the Agency.
Train Second Class, Naluang (Naluang), Dec 25, 2022
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How to get from Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

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+van 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 137.74. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 14.75.

How far is Luang Prabang from Vientiane Airport?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport. Your trip will be a total of 353 miles (567 km). The flying distance is 397 miles (638 km).

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

The travel time from Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 12 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ): travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 14.75 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 137.74.

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

  • Van price : USD 14.75 - USD 17.54;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 15.06. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 08:40 Vientiane Soutchai Travel until 08:40 Vientiane Soutchai Travel
  • Bus tickets - USD 16.64 to USD 16.64;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 18.23. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 08:30 Vientiane Northern Bus Stop until 16:00 Vientiane Northern Bus Stop
  • Plane tickets - USD 137.74 to USD 137.74;

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

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

  • Vans from Luang Prabang to Vientiane depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
  • Flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. 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 137.74.

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 Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Lao Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Luang Prabang to Vientiane 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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Luang Prabang to Vientiane.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Luang Prabang to Vientiane Airport

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Luang Prabang to Vientiane 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:

  • 49% opted for a van.
  • 25% chosen taxi+Van
  • 24% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% chosen Bus+Van