Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Your MAA to VTE flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and VTE:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
P7,599 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Return flights start from P15,445. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to VTE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport land at their destination on time.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MAA? If you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
If you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near VTE:
Begin 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.
Reserving your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Vientiane in February.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Vientiane during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to VTE in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Laos
Pakse is just one of the many places in Laos waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Vientiane. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Laos, head for Thakhek, about 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are the start of reasons to visit.