Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Bangkok.
Every week, there are 296 Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, select the 09:55 Lao Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:50 with Lao Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BKK to VTE flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Lao Airlines is your gateway to exploring Vientiane (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Laos!). Check out the direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with Lao Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for BKK to VTE flights is Thai Airways International.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between BKK and VTE include:
Phnom Penh International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
Haikou Meilan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Right now, Rs23,600 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs45,266. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BKK to VTE.
The cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BKK to VTE.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of all flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BKK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to VTE if you're catching a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Wattay International Airport rental car and discover Vientiane and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Avis and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Vientiane. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Vientiane based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to VTE in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Laos waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Vientiane, a trip to Pakse will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Thakhek is another well-known destination in Laos and is around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. No trip is complete without a visit to MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.