Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Chiang Mai.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CNX to VTE flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CNX and VTE:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kunming Changshui International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
P6,258 is currently the best price for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Return flights start from P13,193. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CNX to VTE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
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Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
76.37% of flights taking off from Chiang Mai International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Chiang Mai International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to CNX? If you've booked an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Wattay International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and venture far and wide through Vientiane and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Wattay International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport to central Vientiane has a drive time of about 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 Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Vientiane in February.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from CNX to VTE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Laos
Pakse is just one of the many cities in Laos waiting to be discovered once you've seen Vientiane. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another essential stop in Laos. Experience major highlights starting with MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.