Travelling from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 7 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Vientiane and Hanoi share the same timezone — UTC+7.
Take your pick of 40 weekly flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport. The 09:30 departure with Vietnam Airlines is the earliest flight you can take between HAN and VTE. Vietnam Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:00 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Vietnam Airlines is your ticket to exploring Vientiane (and perhaps some other great corners of Laos!). Check out the direct flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between HAN and VTE:
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Laos. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before reserving your cheap ticket from HAN to VTE, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport is ₹ 9,539. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 18,123. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap flight tickets from HAN to VTE, book your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from HAN to VTE every day.
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Handy information about Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Noi Bai International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Hanoi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HAN:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport to the centre of Vientiane is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
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 avoid the crowds, travel to Vientiane in February.
When reserving 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 to 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HAN to VTE in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 31ºC then.
More about Vientiane
Start your Vientiane trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from HAN to VTE, browse our range of hotel options including:
Pha That Luang and COPE Visitor Centre are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Vientiane to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Lao Star TV.
Complete your Vientiane trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Wattay International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Vientiane.