Flying from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Luang Prabang is UTC+7, which is 30 minutes ahead of Yangon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your RGN to LPQ flight.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
At the moment, $243 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Yangon International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $875. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from RGN to LPQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Yangon International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RGN to LPQ.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Yangon International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Yangon International Airport (RGN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Yangon International Airport, 70.6% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Yangon to Yangon International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Yangon International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RGN:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
Book a hotel close to LPQ if you're taking a late Yangon International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Luang Prabang International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Sixt and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Luang Prabang and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Luang Prabang International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
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 reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Yangon International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Luang Prabang. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Luang Prabang is April, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from Yangon International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RGN to LPQ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane is just one of the many places in Laos waiting to be explored after you've seen Luang Prabang. Around 225 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Phongkham Pagoda.
If you're eager to discover another side of Laos, head for Thakhek, about 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are the start of reasons to visit.
