Flying from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Vientiane Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Around 5 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport.
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Vientiane two hours behind Busan.
Flights from PUS to VTE start at 20:00 — the earliest with Air Busan. The last departure is at 21:00 with Air Busan. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PUS to VTE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Busan is your gateway to discovering Vientiane (and maybe even some other great corners of Laos!). Browse the direct flights from Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport offered by this carrier.
Air Busan is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Air Busan leads the way as the most punctual carrier for PUS to VTE flights, with 85.71% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between PUS and VTE include:
Incheon International Airport
Ho Chi Minh City Airport
Hanoi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Vientiane Airport (VTE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport flight is Rs34,878. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs63,089. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PUS to VTE, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PUS to VTE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gimhae International Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Gimhae International Airport from central Busan, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near PUS. Whether you have an early flight from Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Vientiane Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Vientiane Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and discover more of Vientiane and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Vientiane Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Vientiane Airport to the centre of Vientiane has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Vientiane Airport (VTE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport. May is the most popular month to head to Vientiane. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Vientiane Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PUS to VTE around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
You've visited Vientiane, now it's time to explore more of Laos. Travel around 467 kilometres south-east to Pakse to tick off its leading attractions. From Big Buddha to Firefly Viewpoint and Golden Buddha, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another favourite stop in Laos. Start your sightseeing at Sunset Viewpoint, MAG UXO Visitor Centre and View Point sala.