Flying from Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) to Vientiane Airport (VTE): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport is 35 minutes.
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Xieng Khouang.
You can choose from 13 weekly Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport flights.
Your XKH to VTE flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Lao Skyway is your ticket to exploring Vientiane (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Laos!). Check out the direct flights from Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Lao Skyway on this route.
Lao Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for XKH to VTE flights, with 92.31% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) to Vientiane Airport (VTE)
Right now, 47 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 92 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from XKH to VTE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport.
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Handy information about Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH)
92% of flights departing from Xieng Khouang Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of XKH.
To get to Xieng Khouang Airport from central Xieng Khouang, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to XKH? If you've booked an early flight from Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Vientiane Airport (VTE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Vientiane Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Vientiane's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Vientiane Airport around three weeks ahead.
When to fly to Vientiane Airport (VTE)
May is the most popular month for flights from Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Vientiane in March.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Xieng Khouang Airport to Vientiane Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from XKH to VTE in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Laos
Pakse is just one of the many cities in Laos waiting to be discovered after you've seen Vientiane. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Big Buddha, Firefly Viewpoint and Golden Buddha.
Thakhek is another favourite destination in Laos and is around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. No journey is complete without visiting Sunset Viewpoint, MAG UXO Visitor Centre and View Point sala.