Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Luang Prabang is UTC+7, which is two hours behind Seoul.
To ensure you get on your ICN to LPQ flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Luang Prabang Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ICN and LPQ:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hanoi Airport
Vientiane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Luang Prabang Airport flight is 150 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 217 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ICN to LPQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport to Luang Prabang Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from ICN to LPQ is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Incheon International Airport to Luang Prabang Airport.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
74% of flights leaving from Incheon International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Seoul to Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Luang Prabang Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to ICN:
Arriving at Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
Consider booking a hotel close to LPQ if you're on a late Incheon International Airport to Luang Prabang Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore beyond Luang Prabang and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can book a Luang Prabang Airport rental car from companies like Sixt or Avis.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Luang Prabang Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Luang Prabang. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
February is the most popular month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Luang Prabang Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Luang Prabang in August.
Book your flight from Incheon International Airport to Luang Prabang Airport for April if you want to visit Luang Prabang during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ICN to LPQ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Laos
You've done Luang Prabang, now it's time to discover other parts of Laos. Journey about 225 kilometres south to Vientiane to tick off its top sights. From Pha That Luang to COPE Visitor Centre and Patuxay Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Laos, head for Thakhek, about 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang. Sunset Viewpoint, MAG UXO Visitor Centre and View Point sala are among its highlights.