Travelling from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport (VTE): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport (VTE).
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Melbourne. Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to VTE. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to VTE departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to VTE flight is much easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing on schedule.
About Wattay International Airport (VTE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near VTE:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Vientiane's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Wattay International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
₹ 16,564 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 31,020. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to VTE. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Melbourne to Wattay International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from Melbourne to VTE is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport (VTE). August is the peak month for travel to Vientiane. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to VTE flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 31ºC.
More about Vientiane
Start your Vientiane trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Wattay International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Pha That Luang, Wat Inpeng and COPE Visitor Centre are must-visits when exploring Vientiane.
Explore more of Laos
You've seen Vientiane, now it's time to discover more of Laos. Travel about 241 kilometres east to Thakhek to check off its must-visit sights. From Sunset Viewpoint to Mekong Riverside View Point and MAG UXO Visitor Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Savannakhet is another standout destination in Laos and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Vientiane. No trip is complete without seeing Dinosaur Museum, Wat Phochaiyaram and Chinese Temple.
