Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Vientiane seven hours ahead of London.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LGW to VTE flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to check out a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Wattay International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Suvarnabhumi Airport is a popular stop between LGW and VTE.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Wattay International Airport flight is 372 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 719 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW 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 travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Wattay International Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Wattay International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Reserve a hotel near VTE if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Wattay International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and chase adventure across Vientiane and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Wattay International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
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 reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Wattay International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Vientiane based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Wattay International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to VTE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Laos
Pakse is just one of the many places in Laos waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Vientiane. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another favourite stop in Laos. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.