Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Vientiane from £738

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3 stops
Sun, Jun 21
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£738
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Sun, Jun 21
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£783
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Sun, Jun 21
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£832
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3 stops
Mon, Jun 22
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£839
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Mon, Jun 22
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£845
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Mon, Jun 22
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£945
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3 stops
Sun, Jun 21 – Fri, Jun 26
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£1,389
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3 stops
Sun, Jun 21 – Fri, Jun 26
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£1,434
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2 stops
Tue, Jun 16 – Tue, Jun 23
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£1,637
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2 stops
Tue, Jun 16 – Tue, Jun 23
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£1,716
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2 stops
Wed, Jun 17 – Wed, Jun 24
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£1,736
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Tue, Jun 16 – Tue, Jun 23
Washington, D.C. IADVientiane VTE
£1,919
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How much do flights to Vientiane cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£738

Cheapest round-trip

£1,389

Average round-trip

£1,849

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Lao Airlines

Getting from Vientiane's airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Budget travelers often choose the airport shuttle bus.

Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is served by Wattay International Airport (VTE), located approximately 4 km west of the city center. As a relatively compact city, airport transfers to city center destinations are straightforward and affordable. Transport options include taxis, tuk-tuks, ride-hailing services, airport shuttle buses, and private transfers. Journey times are generally short but can vary depending on traffic conditions, particularly during rush hours.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

10-20 min

₭50,000 – ₭70,000; LAK 50,000–70,000 (approx. USD 2.30–3.20); fixed fare to city center

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and speed

15-25 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

10-20 min

₭30,000 – ₭50,000; LAK 30,000–50,000 (approx. USD 1.40–2.30); app-based pricing

on-demand (traffic dependent)

budget and transparency

20-35 min

₭15,000 – ₭20,000; LAK 15,000–20,000 (approx. USD 0.70–0.90)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

10-20 min

₭150,000 – ₭300,000; LAK 150,000–300,000 (approx. USD 6.90–13.80); pre-booked service

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort and reliability

10-20 min

₭400,000 – ₭800,000; LAK 400,000–800,000 per day (approx. USD 18–37); international license required

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

Notes:

  • Prices in LAK (Lao Kip); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Taxi fares from the airport are generally fixed; confirm the price before departure.
  • Tuk-tuk fares should be negotiated in advance.
  • Ride-hailing apps like Loca offer transparent pricing and are widely used in Vientiane.
  • Road traffic can affect journey times, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Vientiane

Depart from
Washington Dulles International
Arrive to
Wattay International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Vientiane

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Lao AirlinesLAOQVYes
Vietnam AirlinesHVNVNYes
Korean AirKALKEYes
China Eastern AirlinesCESMUYes
Thai AirAsiaAIQFDNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Vientiane

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January28°C17°C
February32°C20°C
March35°C23°C
April36°C25°C
May34°C25°C
June31°C25°C
July30°C24°C
August30°C24°C
September30°C23°C
October30°C22°C
November30°C20°C
December28°C17°C
Hottest Month
36°C
April
Coldest month
17°C
January
Sunny days
246
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
31 May
88%
36°C25°C
7 Jun
35°C28°C
Monday
1 Jun
77%
37°C26°C
8 Jun
84%
32°C26°C
Tuesday
2 Jun
82%
37°C26°C
9 Jun
88%
31°C25°C
Wednesday
3 Jun
82%
37°C26°C
10 Jun
83%
26°C22°C
Thursday
4 Jun
89%
36°C26°C
11 Jun
89%
25°C22°C
Friday
5 Jun
80%
36°C26°C
12 Jun
89%
32°C23°C
Saturday
6 Jun
76%
36°C27°C
13 Jun
84%
31°C25°C
Travelers usually depart from Washington Dulles International, Baltimore–Washington International, or Ronald Reagan Washington National when they travel from Washington, D.C. to Vientiane. The most popular airlines for this route are Lao Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Korean Air, China Eastern Airlines, and Thai AirAsia. Washington, D.C. and Vientiane have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Washington, D.C.?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Washington, D.C. and London, Orlando, Atlanta, Edinburgh, Los Angeles, Tampa, Mexico City, Miami, San Salvador, San Juan, Dallas, Istanbul, Denver, New Delhi, Guadalajara, Fort Lauderdale, Kathmandu, Manchester, Paris, Toronto.
What are the most popular routes to and from Vientiane?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Vientiane and Bangkok, Minneapolis, London, Ho Chi Minh City, Luang Prabang, Chiang Mai, Pakse, Phuket Province, Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, Phuket City, Seoul, Savannakhet, Singapore, Bali, Colombo, Perth, Jakarta, Siem Reap, Krabi.
Which airports are there in Washington, D.C.?
Washington, D.C. is mainly served by Washington Dulles International. But there are other airports nearby, including Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National.
What airports are near Washington, D.C.?
The main airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington Dulles International. It is also served by Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, Trenton–Mercer, Harrisburg International, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Hagerstown Regional, Lancaster.
What airports are near Vientiane?
The main airport in Vientiane is Wattay International. It is also served by Wattay International, Udon Thani International, Khon Kaen, Sakon Nakhon, Loei.
Which airlines fly between Washington, D.C. and Vientiane?
Currently, you can fly between Washington, D.C. and Vientiane with Lao Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Korean Air, China Eastern Airlines, Thai AirAsia.
When’s the best time to travel between Washington, D.C. and Vientiane?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Washington, D.C. and Vientiane, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Washington, D.C. and Vientiane?
Traveling between Washington, D.C. and Vientiane, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Washington, D.C.?
There are a number of airports in and around Washington, D.C.. The main one is Washington Dulles International and other nearby airports include Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, Trenton–Mercer, Harrisburg International, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Hagerstown Regional, Lancaster
How many airports are there near Vientiane?
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