Question 1

How long does it take to travel from Shanghai to Vientiane?

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A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Shanghai and Vientiane takes around 4.0 hours.

Question 2

What is the flight distance between Shanghai and Vientiane?

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The flight distance between Shanghai and Vientiane is 2430 km.

Question 3

What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Shanghai and Vientiane?

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Several carriers operate flights between Shanghai and Vientiane. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include China Eastern Airlines.

Question 4

What are the most popular routes to and from Shanghai?

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Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Shanghai and Beijing, Guangzhou, Bangkok, Tokyo, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Hong Kong, Taipei, Xi'an, Manila, Singapore, Osaka, Phuket City, Sanya, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, Wuhan, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Xiamen.

Question 5

What are the most popular routes to and from Vientiane?

Accepted Answer

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Vientiane and Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Singapore, Phnom Penh, Yangon, Minneapolis, Chiang Rai Province, Ho Chi Minh City, Manila, Phuket City, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, Denpasar, Pakse, Krabi, Siem Reap, Da Nang, Chicago, Los Angeles.

Question 6

Which airports are there in Shanghai?

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Shanghai is mainly served by Shanghai Pudong International. But there are other airports nearby, including Shanghai Hongqiao International.

Question 7

What airports are near Shanghai?

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The main airport in Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong International. It is also served by Hangzhou Xiaoshan International, Ningbo Lishe International, Sunan Shuofang International, Zhoushan Putuoshan, Changzhou Benniu, Yangzhou Taizhou International, Nantong Xingdong.

Question 8

What airports are near Vientiane?

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The main airport in Vientiane is Wattay International. It is also served by Wattay International, Udon Thani International, Khon Kaen, Sakon Nakhon, Loei.

Question 9

Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Shanghai and Vientiane?

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Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between Shanghai and Vientiane thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between Shanghai and Vientiane can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.

Question 10

What is Virtual Interlining and how do I use it?

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Virtual Interlining provides a revolutionary way of traveling. You can combine different modes of transport like flights, trains, and buses into one itinerary. And this often saves money. Thanks to the world's largest carrier database, the Kiwi.com search function enables anyone to mix and match different modes of transport easily.

Question 11

Which airlines fly between Shanghai and Vientiane?

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Currently, you can fly between Shanghai and Vientiane with China Eastern Airlines, Lao Airlines, Thai AirAsia, VietJet Air, Thai Airways.

Question 12

When's the best time to travel between Shanghai and Vientiane?

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If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Shanghai 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.

Question 13

What flights operate between Shanghai and Vientiane?

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Traveling between Shanghai 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.

Question 14

How many airports are there near Shanghai?

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There are a number of airports in and around Shanghai. The main one is Shanghai Pudong International and other nearby airports include Hangzhou Xiaoshan International, Ningbo Lishe International, Sunan Shuofang International, Zhoushan Putuoshan, Changzhou Benniu, Yangzhou Taizhou International, Nantong Xingdong

Question 15

How many airports are there near Vientiane?

Accepted Answer

There are a number of airports in and around Vientiane. The main one is Wattay International and other nearby airports include Wattay International, Udon Thani International, Khon Kaen, Sakon Nakhon, Loei.

Question 16

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Shanghai and Vientiane depart?

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This depends on the airline's flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Shanghai, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

Question 17

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Shanghai and Vientiane arrive?

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This depends on the airline's flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Vientiane, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

Question 18

What time do flights between Shanghai and Vientiane depart?

Accepted Answer

This depends on the airline's flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Shanghai, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

Question 19

What time do flights between Shanghai and Vientiane arrive?

Accepted Answer

This depends on the airline's flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Vientiane, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

Cheapest one-way trip	$142
Cheapest nonstop round-trip	$172
Cheapest round-trip	$335
Average round-trip	$369
Nonstop flights in May	$172 – $216

Name	Carrier code	IATA Code	Passport needed during booking	Online check-in available
China Eastern Airlines	CES	MU	Yes	0 0
Lao Airlines	LAO	QV	Yes	0 0
Thai AirAsia	AIQ	FD	No	0 0
VietJet Air	VJC	VJ	Yes	No
Thai Airways	THA	TG	No	0 0

Month	Average monthly max temperature	Average monthly min temperature
January	28°C	17°C
February	32°C	20°C
March	35°C	23°C
April	36°C	25°C
May	34°C	25°C
June	31°C	25°C
July	30°C	24°C
August	30°C	24°C
September	30°C	23°C
October	30°C	22°C
November	30°C	20°C
December	28°C	17°C

Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Vientiane, Laos

Flights starting at $142. Choose between China Eastern Airlines, Lao Airlines, or Thai AirAsia to find the best price.

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