Travelling from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang Airport.
Luang Prabang's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Bangkok.
Choose from eight weekly Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang Airport flights. The 09:55 departure with Bangkok Airways is the earliest available. Bangkok Airways operates the latest service of the day at 12:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BKK to LPQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Luang Prabang (and then seeing more of Laos!) is a cinch with Bangkok Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Bangkok Airways on this route.
Lao Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for BKK to LPQ flights, with 95.12% of its services arriving on schedule.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang Airport. Hanoi Airport is a popular stopover on the BKK to LPQ route.
Handy information about Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BKK? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
If you're arriving on a late Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near LPQ:
Explore beyond Luang Prabang and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can book a Luang Prabang Airport rental car from providers like Sixt or Avis.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Luang Prabang Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
From Luang Prabang Airport, Luang Prabang is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Luang Prabang. If you want a quieter vibe, go in August.
When booking your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Luang Prabang, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BKK to LPQ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Laos
You've visited Luang Prabang, now it's time to discover more of Laos. Travel about 225 kilometres south to Vientiane to tick off its top sights. From Pha That Luang to COPE Visitor Centre and Patuxay Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Laos, head for Thakhek, roughly 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang. Sunset Viewpoint, MAG UXO Visitor Centre and View Point sala are key highlights.