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How to Get from Hanoi to Vientiane

Fly from Hanoi to Vientiane with Vietnam Airlines. Fares, airports, eVisa and arrival tips for the trip to Laos.

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Last updated: November 5, 2026

How to Get from Hanoi to Vientiane

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Hanoi's buzzing streets and Vientiane's riverside calm feel like two different speeds of life. Hanoi is colonial architecture and street-food stalls; Vientiane is a quiet capital where the sun setting over the Mekong sets the rhythm of the evening.

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Swap a Vietnamese ca phe sua da for a cold Beerlao, and fly over the Annamite Range instead of crossing it by road.

Hanoi to Vientiane by Flight

Flights leave Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and land at Wattay International Airport (VTE). Vietnam Airlines sells the route, with round-trip economy fares from 7,721,000 VND on dates in March 2027.[1]

Window seats look down on the green, forested ridges along the border between Vietnam and Laos.

Comparing Your Options

ModeFareFromTo
FlightRound trip from 7,721,000 VNDNoi Bai (HAN)Wattay (VTE)[1]

Tips for Traveling from Hanoi to Vientiane

  • Visa: The Lao eVisa is accepted at Wattay Airport. Processing usually takes 3 working days, so apply before you fly.[2]
  • Currency: Laos uses the kip. Dong is of little use there, so change money or withdraw kip after you land. Kip is what you need in local markets and small cafes.
  • Getting to Noi Bai: Leave the Old Quarter with plenty of time, because rush-hour traffic on the road to the airport is unpredictable.
  • Book in advance: Fares rise as seats fill, especially around Tet and Lao New Year in April. Book a few weeks ahead.

Timetable

Hanoi - Vientiane More info / Tickets
Flight Hanoi - Vientiane $ 70.43–546.99 1h 20m – 23h 50m
  • →  Economy 09:15, 09:25, 10:35, 11:40, 19:15, 20:25, 20:55, 23:35

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Hanoi to Vientiane?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Hanoi to Vientiane, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Vientiane?

Flying is the practical way to make this trip. Vietnam Airlines round-trip economy fares start from 7,721,000 VND, and fares move with the travel date, so compare several days.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Vientiane?

A flight from Noi Bai Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) is by far the fastest option compared with the mountain roads and border crossings.

Which airport do I use in Hanoi and Vientiane?

You depart from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi and arrive at Wattay International Airport (VTE) in Vientiane.

Do I need a visa to fly from Vietnam to Laos?

Most visitors need a Lao visa. The Lao eVisa is accepted at Wattay Airport and usually takes 3 working days to process, so apply before you leave Hanoi.

Is it better to book flights in advance?

Yes. Fares rise as seats fill, especially around Tet and Lao New Year in April, so book a few weeks ahead.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] Vietnam Airlines: Flights from Hanoi to Vientiane. Retrieved November 5, 2026.
  2. [2] Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lao PDR: Lao eVisa information. Retrieved October 26, 2026.

Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.