Travelling from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE): What you need to know
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver. Vientiane Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Vancouver to VTE. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to VTE flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 2 hours 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford International Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 68%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near VTE:
Travel at your own pace with a Vientiane Wattay International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and find adventure across Vientiane and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport flight.
Getting from Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Vientiane Wattay International Airport is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Vientiane. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Currently, $1,196 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,278. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Vancouver to VTE, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport (VTE). February is the most popular month to visit Vientiane. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in October.
Book a Vancouver to VTE plane ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vientiane to range from 23ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 31ºC.
More about Vientiane
Start your Vientiane trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Vientiane Wattay International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Pha That Luang, Wat Inpeng and COPE Visitor Centre are popular attractions which should feature on any good Vientiane itinerary.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Laos waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, a trip to Thakhek will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Sunset Viewpoint, Mekong Riverside View Point and MAG UXO Visitor Centre.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Laos, consider Savannakhet, about 274 kilometres southeast of Vientiane. Dinosaur Museum, Wat Phochaiyaram and Chinese Temple are highlights.