Travelling from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, making Vientiane 30 minutes ahead of Yangon.
Leave enough time to catch your RGN to VTE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Yangon International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between RGN and VTE:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kunming Changshui International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
R 2,458 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Yangon International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 4,903. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RGN to VTE if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Handy information about Yangon International Airport (RGN)
Of all flights departing from Yangon International Airport, 70.6% touch down on time at their destination.
Yangon International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Yangon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Yangon International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RGN:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
If you're coming in on a late Yangon International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near VTE:
Travel at your own pace with a Wattay International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and discover more of Vientiane and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
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 about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Yangon International Airport to Wattay International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Vientiane. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Yangon 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).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RGN to VTE in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Laos
Pakse is just one of the many places in Laos waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Vientiane. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another favourite stop in Laos. No visit is complete without checking out MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.