Flying from Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ) to Hanoi Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Luang Prabang and Hanoi are in the same timezone, UTC+7.
Pack your bags and choose from ten weekly Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your LPQ to HAN flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Hanoi (and then other destinations in Vietnam) is easy. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Vietnam Airlines on this route.
Lao Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating LPQ to HAN flights. A dependable 92.98% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LPQ and HAN:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Vientiane Airport
Siem Reap–Angkor Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ) to Hanoi Airport (HAN)
Right now, R 1,531 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,317. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LPQ to HAN, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Luang Prabang Airport (LPQ)
79% of flights departing from Luang Prabang Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Luang Prabang Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Luang Prabang. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near LPQ. Whether you have an early flight from Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Hanoi Airport (HAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HAN instead:
Venture beyond Hanoi and check out places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Hanoi Airport rental car from Dichung Car Rental.
Give yourself a better shot at securing the best rate by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Hanoi Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from Hanoi Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
From Hanoi Airport, Hanoi is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Hanoi Airport (HAN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Hanoi. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Hanoi is June, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Luang Prabang Airport to Hanoi Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LPQ to HAN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.