Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane is seven hours ahead of Edinburgh and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your EDI to VTE flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Wattay International Airport flight is R 8,213. A round-trip fare right now is R 17,816. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from EDI to VTE, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Wattay International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
If you're getting in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Wattay International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near VTE:
Pick up a Wattay International Airport rental car and discover Vientiane and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Avis and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Vientiane. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Wattay International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Vientiane. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Wattay International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to VTE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Laos just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Vientiane, a trip to Pakse will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another favourite stop in Laos. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.
