Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is three hours behind Brisbane.
Leave enough time to catch your BNE to VTE flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Wattay International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BNE and VTE:
Incheon International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Currently, Rs58,892 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs121,962. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BNE to VTE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Wattay International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BNE to VTE.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Brisbane Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brisbane Airport, data shows 66.16% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Brisbane Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BNE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Wattay International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
If you're getting in on a late Brisbane Airport to Wattay International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near VTE:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Wattay International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and chase adventure across Vientiane and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
From Wattay International Airport, Vientiane is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane 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 bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Wattay International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BNE to VTE around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Laos
Pakse is just one of the many cities in Laos waiting to be explored after you've seen Vientiane. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
If you want to check out another side of Laos, consider Thakhek, about 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are among the biggest draws.