Travelling from Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) to Vientiane Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Chiang Rai.
To ensure you get on your CEI to VTE flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chiang Rai Airport to Vientiane Airport. Many travellers pass through Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) to Vientiane Airport (VTE)
R 2,138 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chiang Rai Airport to Vientiane Airport flight. Return flights start at R 5,292. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from CEI to VTE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Vientiane Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CEI to VTE.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chiang Rai Airport to Vientiane Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
Of all flights departing from Chiang Rai Airport, 65% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Chiang Rai to Chiang Rai Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CEI? If you're boarding an early flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Vientiane Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Vientiane Airport (VTE)
If you're getting in on a late Chiang Rai Airport to Vientiane Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near VTE:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vientiane Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and experience more of Vientiane and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Vientiane Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Vientiane Airport to the centre of Vientiane has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It takes around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Vientiane Airport (VTE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Vientiane Airport. May is the busiest month to head to Vientiane. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Vientiane Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CEI 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 explored after you've experienced Vientiane. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Big Buddha, Firefly Viewpoint and Golden Buddha.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Laos, consider Thakhek, about 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. Sunset Viewpoint, MAG UXO Visitor Centre and View Point sala are the start of reasons to visit.
