Cheap flights from Shanghai to Luang Prabang from £206
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How much do flights to Luang Prabang cost?
Cheapest one-way trip | £206 |
|---|---|
Cheapest round-trip | £424 |
Average round-trip | £438 |
Includes rare itinerary | |
Most popular airline | China Eastern Airlines |
Getting from Luang Prabang airport to the city center
Fastest options: taxi or hotel shuttle. Best value: shared minivan or tuk-tuk.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10-15 min | ₭50,000-₭70,000 (LAK 50,000–70,000 (approx. USD 2.30–3.20); fixed fare) | on-demand (traffic dependent) | convenience and speed | |
10-20 min | ₭0-₭100,000 (Often complimentary or LAK 50,000–100,000 (approx. USD 2.30–4.60); book in advance) | by arrangement (traffic dependent) | pre-booked hotel guests | |
15-25 min | ₭20,000-₭40,000 (LAK 20,000–40,000 (approx. USD 0.90–1.80); shared with other passengers) | on-demand when full (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
10-20 min | ₭40,000-₭60,000 (LAK 40,000–60,000 (approx. USD 1.80–2.75); negotiate fare before departure) | on-demand (traffic dependent) | local experience | |
10-15 min | ₭100,000-₭200,000 (LAK 100,000–200,000 (approx. USD 4.60–9.20); pre-booked sedan or SUV) | by arrangement (traffic dependent) | comfort and privacy | |
10-15 min | ₭400,000-₭800,000 (LAK 400,000–800,000 per day (approx. USD 18–37); limited availability) | by reservation (traffic dependent) | exploring the region |
Notes:
- Prices in LAK (Lao Kip); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- There is no public bus service between the airport and city center.
- Taxis operate on fixed fares from the airport; purchase tickets at the taxi counter inside the terminal.
- Tuk-tuk fares should be negotiated before departure.
- Many hotels offer complimentary or low-cost airport pickup when booked in advance.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Luang Prabang
Check-in for a flight from Shanghai to Luang Prabang
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Eastern Airlines | CES | MU | Yes |
| Lao Airlines | LAO | QV | Yes |
| Vietnam Airlines | HVN | VN | Yes |
| Bangkok Airways | BKP | PG | No |
| Thai AirAsia | AIQ | FD | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Luang Prabang
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 27°C | 12°C |
| February | 31°C | 15°C |
| March | 34°C | 18°C |
| April | 35°C | 21°C |
| May | 33°C | 21°C |
| June | 31°C | 21°C |
| July | 30°C | 21°C |
| August | 30°C | 21°C |
| September | 30°C | 20°C |
| October | 30°C | 18°C |
| November | 29°C | 16°C |
| December | 27°C | 13°C |
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