Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Vientiane 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LAX to VTE flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and VTE:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Currently, RM1,373 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM4,424. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to VTE, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LAX to VTE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Wattay 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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination without delay.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LAX. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Wattay International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
If you're getting in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near VTE:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Vientiane's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
From Wattay International Airport, Vientiane is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Wattay International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Vientiane based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Wattay International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to VTE in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Laos
Pakse is just one of the many cities in Laos waiting to be explored once you've seen Vientiane. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another favourite stop in Laos. Start your sightseeing at MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.