Travelling from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hanoi and Luang Prabang are both in the UTC+7 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are 12 Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, go for the 12:50 Vietnam Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 19:15 with Lao Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your HAN to LPQ flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Lao Airlines is your gateway to exploring Luang Prabang (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Laos!). Browse the direct flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Lao Airlines.
Lao Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers HAN to LPQ flights. A reliable 83.61% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. Many passengers pass through Suvarnabhumi Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
At the moment, 92 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 174 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from HAN to LPQ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HAN to LPQ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
75.32% of flights that depart Noi Bai International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Noi Bai International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Hanoi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HAN:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
Book a hotel close to LPQ if you're taking a late Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Luang Prabang and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can book a Luang Prabang International Airport rental car from companies like Sixt or Avis.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Luang Prabang International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang International Airport to the centre of Luang Prabang has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
April is the busiest month for flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Luang Prabang in April.
Book your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport for April if you want to visit Luang Prabang during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HAN to LPQ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane is just one of the many places in Laos waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Luang Prabang. Around 225 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Phongkham Pagoda.
Thakhek is another essential stop in Laos and is around 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang. No trip is complete without a visit to MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.