Flying from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Bangkok and Vientiane follow the same timezone, UTC+7.
Choose from 51 weekly Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with Thai AirAsia is the earliest you can take. Thai AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 12:50.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DMK to VTE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Vientiane (and then discovering more of Laos!) is a cinch with Thai AirAsia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Thai AirAsia on this route.
With 77.05% of its services landing on schedule, Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier offering DMK to VTE flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DMK and VTE:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight is ₹ 6,783. A round-trip fare is currently ₹ 13,503. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from DMK to VTE, reserve your trip eight months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DMK to VTE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Handy information about Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Don Mueang International Airport, 66.48% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Don Mueang International Airport from central Bangkok, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near DMK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to VTE if you're taking a late Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Vientiane's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Wattay International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
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 by car.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Vientiane in February.
When booking your flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DMK to VTE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Laos just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Vientiane, a visit to Pakse will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Laos, consider Thakhek, roughly 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are highlights.