On this page, you can find and book flights from Bangkok to Vientiane. The distance between the cities is 520 km, with regular connections providing about 31 flights per week.
Flights are operated by airlines such as Lao Airlines, Thai Airways, and Thai AirAsia. Ticket prices vary depending on the season, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and checking the guides on how to get to the airport of departure and get to the city after arrival.
The table shows direct flights Bangkok → Vientiane on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Lao Airlines, Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia and Bangkok Airways. Departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang International Airport airports, arrivals at Wattay International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Bangkok — Vientiane by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 317 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 555 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Bangkok → Vientiane, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 525 | high | May | AED 417 | low | Sep | AED 380 | low |
| Feb | AED 507 | high | Jun | AED 380 | low | Oct | AED 435 | medium |
| Mar | AED 453 | medium | Jul | AED 398 | low | Nov | AED 543 | high |
| Apr | AED 489 | medium | Aug | AED 417 | low | Dec | AED 580 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest month in Vientiane is April, when the average high reaches 35.6°C. The rainiest period is August, with precipitation up to 379.93 mm, while the driest weather occurs in January and December.
The best flight deals are found in October — AED 317 and September — AED 318. Peak price increases are seen in May, when the minimum fare starts AED 554.
October is considered the optimal time to fly: it offers a great balance between low ticket prices and the end of the rainy season. It is best to avoid May due to high prices and August, which is the wettest month of the year.
About 9 airlines operate flights on the Bangkok — Vientiane route, with the main carriers being Thai Airways, Lao Airlines, and the low-cost carrier Thai AirAsia. Direct flights operate daily, providing approximately 31 departures per week. A detailed schedule, travel time information, and layover options are provided in the interactive list below; click on an airline card to see available days and flight details.
Flights Bangkok — Vientiane depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang International Airport and arrive at Wattay International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is about 520 km. A direct flight takes on average from 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, which is the fastest way to cross the border.
Regular service is provided by carriers such as Lao Airlines, Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways, and the low-cost carrier Thai AirAsia. Flights from major international companies are also available through codeshare agreements.
Yes, there are about 31 direct flights per week on this route. Departures occur daily, making it easy to find a convenient flight time.
All international flights from Thailand arrive at Wattay International Airport (VTE), which is located very close to downtown Vientiane.
The lowest prices are usually available when booking in advance. You can see the current minimums and price trends by month in the low-fare calendar on this page.
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