Travelling from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Hanoi and Vientiane share the same timezone, UTC+7.
Flights from HAN to VTE start from 09:30 — the first with Vietnam Airlines. The latest departure is at 16:40 with Lao Airlines. In total, there are 40 weekly Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your HAN to VTE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Lao Airlines offers direct flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Vientiane — and maybe even more of Laos if your schedule allows.
Lao Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Vietnam Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for HAN to VTE flights, with 84.21% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between HAN and VTE include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
68 € is the lowest price for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Return flights start at 133 €. These fares may change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from HAN to VTE, book your trip six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from HAN to VTE.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
75.32% of flights that take off from Noi Bai International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Hanoi to Noi Bai International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near HAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Reserve a hotel near VTE if you have a late Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Wattay International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and venture far and wide through Vientiane and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
From Wattay International Airport, Vientiane is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the busiest month for flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Vientiane in February.
Before locking in your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HAN to VTE in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Laos you should also see. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Vientiane, a trip to Pakse will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Laos, head for Thakhek, about 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are among the biggest draws.