Flying from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport is 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is two hours behind Busan.
Each week, there are three Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 20:00 Air Busan flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:00 with Air Busan.
Leave plenty of time to catch your PUS to VTE flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Air Busan has direct flights from Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Vientiane — and maybe even more of Laos if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air Busan on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between PUS and VTE include:
Incheon International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
At the moment, R 1,561 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,758. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PUS to VTE.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PUS to VTE is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Handy information about Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
78.19% of flights that take off from Gimhae International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To find the best way to travel from central Busan to Gimhae International Airport, use navigation apps like Google Maps. The airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to PUS:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Pick up a Wattay International Airport rental car and discover Vientiane and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Avis and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Wattay International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport to central Vientiane has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Vientiane in February.
Lock in your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Wattay International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Vientiane during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PUS to VTE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Laos
You've seen Vientiane, now it's time to explore other corners of Laos. Travel around 467 kilometres south-east to Pakse to check off its must-visit sights. From Wat Luang to Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another favourite stop in Laos. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.