Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane is seven hours ahead of Birmingham and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BHX 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.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
368 € is the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Return flights start from 936 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BHX to VTE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Wattay International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights departing from Birmingham International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BHX:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Pick up a Wattay International Airport rental car and discover Vientiane and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Avis and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport to central Vientiane has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Wattay International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Vientiane based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Wattay International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHX to VTE sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Laos just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Vientiane, a visit to Pakse will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another favourite stop in Laos. Experience major highlights starting with MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.
