Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane is six hours ahead of Amsterdam and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS 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.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wattay International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between AMS and VTE include:
Incheon International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
353 € is the best price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wattay International Airport flight. Return flights start from 628 €. These prices may change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from AMS to VTE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wattay International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AMS to VTE.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wattay International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wattay International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wattay International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Follow your own route 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, book your vehicle from Wattay International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Vientiane. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wattay International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Vientiane in February.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Wattay International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to VTE in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Laos
You've seen Vientiane, now it's time to explore more of Laos. Travel around 467 kilometres south-east to Pakse to tick off its must-visit sights. From Wat Luang to Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of Laos, head for Thakhek, roughly 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are key reasons to visit.