Travelling from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport.
Bangkok and Luang Prabang are both in the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Every week, there are nine Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 08:05 Thai AirAsia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 14:10 with Thai AirAsia.
Your DMK to LPQ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Thai AirAsia is your gateway to discovering Luang Prabang (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Laos!). Check out the direct flights from Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Thai AirAsia on this route.
Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that operates DMK to LPQ flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport flight is Rs26,657. A return ticket is currently Rs53,073. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DMK to LPQ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DMK to LPQ.
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Handy information about Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
60% of flights that depart Don Mueang Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Don Mueang Airport from central Bangkok, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DMK:
Arriving at Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
If you're getting in on a late Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near LPQ:
Grab a Luang Prabang Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Sixt and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Luang Prabang and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Luang Prabang Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
February is the most popular month for flights from Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Luang Prabang in August.
Lock in your flight from Don Mueang Airport to Luang Prabang Airport for April if you'd like to visit Luang Prabang during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 41ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DMK to LPQ in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Laos
You've visited Luang Prabang, now it's time to discover other parts of Laos. Journey around 225 kilometres south to Vientiane to tick off its must-visit sights. From Pha That Luang to COPE Visitor Centre and Patuxay Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang, Thakhek is another essential stop in Laos. Experience major highlights starting with Sunset Viewpoint, MAG UXO Visitor Centre and View Point sala.
