Travelling from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): What you need to know
Luang Prabang International Airport is located in Luang Prabang. The city follows the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Taipei.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Taipei to LPQ.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
TPE is around 40 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Of the departures from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is about 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your Taipei to LPQ flight:
The majority of flights that depart Taipei Songshan Airport arrive at their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 92%.
About Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near LPQ:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport flight.
Getting from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang International Airport to the centre of Luang Prabang is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
RM784 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport. Return flights start at RM1,250. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Taipei to LPQ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
January is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ). Plan your visit to Luang Prabang in June for a quieter experience.
Book a Taipei to LPQ plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Luang Prabang to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Luang Prabang
After booking your flight from Taipei to Luang Prabang International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Luang Prabang:
There are plenty of things to do in Luang Prabang when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Old Quarter Luang Prabang followed by Royal Palace Museum and Wat Mai.
Explore more of Laos
You've done Luang Prabang, now it's time to discover more of Laos. Travel around 225 kilometres south to Vientiane to check off its top sights. From Pha That Luang to COPE Visitor Centre and Patuxay Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.