Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport.
Bangkok and Luang Prabang follow the same timezone, UTC+7.
You can choose from 14 weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flights. The 09:25 departure with Bangkok Airways is the earliest flight available. Lao Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 10:20.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BKK to LPQ flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Bangkok Airways is your gateway to discovering Luang Prabang (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Laos!). Browse the direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Bangkok Airways.
Lao Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates BKK to LPQ flights. A dependable 94.12% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. Many passengers pass through Noi Bai International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight is P4,926. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P9,107. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from BKK to LPQ, book your trip six months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near BKK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
If you're arriving on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LPQ:
Venture beyond Luang Prabang and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can pick up a Luang Prabang International Airport rental car from leading providers like Sixt or Avis.
Booking your vehicle from Luang Prabang International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
From Luang Prabang International Airport, Luang Prabang is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
April is the most popular month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Luang Prabang in April.
Lock in your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport for April if you want to visit Luang Prabang during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BKK to LPQ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Laos
You've visited Luang Prabang, now it's time to explore other corners of Laos. Travel about 225 kilometres south to Vientiane to check off its popular sights. From Pha That Luang to COPE Visitor Centre and Phongkham Pagoda, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Thakhek is another essential stop in Laos and is around 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang. No journey is complete without dropping by MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.