Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
Luang Prabang's timezone is UTC+7, making Luang Prabang one hour behind Manila.
To ensure you get on your MNL to LPQ flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. Noi Bai International Airport is a top stopover on the MNL to LPQ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
$254 is currently the best price for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. Return flights start at $599. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MNL to LPQ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MNL to LPQ.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ninoy Aquino International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Manila. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MNL? If you've booked an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
If you're coming in on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LPQ:
Grab a Luang Prabang International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Sixt and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Luang Prabang and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Luang Prabang International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
From Luang Prabang International Airport, Luang Prabang is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Luang Prabang. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Luang Prabang is April, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 41ºC. Lock in your flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to LPQ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Laos
Luang Prabang is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Laos just waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres south of Luang Prabang, a visit to Vientiane will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Phongkham Pagoda.
If you want to check out another major destination in Laos, consider Thakhek, about 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are among its highlights.