Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Vientiane 14 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO to VTE flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SFO and VTE:
Incheon International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Right now, R 7,481 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 16,284. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to VTE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Wattay International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to VTE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Wattay International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vientiane and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Wattay International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
From Wattay International Airport, Vientiane is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wattay International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Vientiane. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Wattay International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to VTE around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Laos just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres south-east of Vientiane, a visit to Pakse will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Thakhek is another essential stop in Laos and is around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. No journey is complete without dropping by MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.
