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Why are flights to Laos so expensive in 2024?

Airfares to Laos soared in 2024. Flights to Laos are expensive now due to factors such as rising demand, limited supply, inflation, fuel prices, closed airspace, and the increase in operational costs for airlines.

Rising demand With more people traveling in the post-pandemic era, airlines have no incentive to lower prices. Instead, they capitalize on spiked demand and raise prices to make up for lost revenue during the period of 2020-2022.
Limited supply In 2024 many airlines are still operating at reduced capacity after the pandemic. Pilot, plane crew, and airport worker shortages lead to flight cancellations and delays, affecting the supply even more. With fewer flights, airlines charge more for the plane tickets that are available.
Inflation Inflation has a significant impact on flight prices, as it directly increases the cost of fuel and labor for airlines. This can be particularly true for airlines that operate in countries with high inflation rates.
Jet fuel costs Fuel is a significant airline cost, influenced by crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain disruptions. To cope with rising fuel prices, airlines pass it on to travelers in the form of a fuel surcharge added to the ticket price.
Closed airspace Avoiding airspace due to war, political conflicts, extreme weather, or natural disasters makes airline tickets more expensive. Airlines may be forced to take longer routes to Laos – which means higher fuel and labor costs.
Airline operating costs The costs of labor, aircraft maintenance, aircraft leasing or purchasing expenses, marketing, etc. significantly increased in 2024. As airlines aim to remain profitable, they must factor in these operating costs when setting ticket prices.
Will flight prices to Laos go down in 2024? Historical trends suggest that airfare prices will fluctuate based on the factors described above. As long as the demand for travel to Laos is up, so is airfare. After tough years the airlines are in no position to offer discounts for passengers and will likely try to maximize profits in 2024.

How to get cheap flights to Laos?

From booking directly with airlines to leveraging frequent flyer programs and curated deals services, the table below outlines effective strategies to help you secure affordable flights to Laos. Discover each method, its potential savings, and the reasons it works.

How to get cheap flights
Method	Savings	Why it works
Booking directly with airline	2% — 10%	OTAs and travel agents often add service fees
Flying on weekdays	5% — 10%	Weekend flights tend to cost slightly more
Flying early morning	15% — 20%	Lower demand for flights departing 1am - 5am
Layovers / stopovers	10% — 30%	Non-direct flights to Laos often cost less
Early booking	10% — 30%	As departure day nears, airfares start to rise
Flying during low-season	10% — 30%	With fewer people traveling to Laos, prices drop due to lower demand
Booking round-trip flights	10% — 35%	Airlines encourage longer commitment by offering discount
Frequent flyer programs	10% — 40%	Discounts, travel perks and benefits to foster customer loyalty
Sales and promotions	10% — 50%	Airlines often offer special promotions to boost demand
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Laos is open to international tourism

Laos is open to international travelers, quarantine-free. Border crossings with neighboring countries have been opened, and transit through Laotian airports is permitted. Fully vaccinated travelers do not need to present Covid test results, while unvaccinated travelers are required to show the results upon arrival.

Most foreign visitors are required to obtain a visa in order to enter Laos. Many nationals are eligible for a VoA (Visa on Arrival) that allows a stay of up to 30 days in the country. It can be obtained directly at the airport upon arrival, or in advance – through an online application form.

Practical tips

If you are flying to Laos from abroad, you will most likely land at one of its biggest international airportsits main international airport—Wattay International Airport VTE in the capital city of Vientaine and Luang Prabang International Airport LPQ located in Luang Prabang Province in northern part of the country.

These are also the best (and cheapest) airports to fly into Laos. As they are used by many airlines serving the same routes, the competition for passengers is fierce, and airfare decreases as a result.

Best airports to fly into Laos: Wattay International Airport (VTE), Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ), Pakse Airport (PKZ), Savannakhet Airport (ZVK), Luang Namtha Airport (LXG), Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH), and Phongsali Airport (PCQ) — Laos has two main international airports – Wattay International Airport VTE in the capital city of Vientaine and Luang Prabang International Airport LPQ located in Luang Prabang Province in northern Laos. There are two other international airports, Pakse Airport PKZ and Savannakhet Airport ZVK, but these are used far less frequently.

Once in Laos, take advantage of frequent intercity flights operated by domestic airlines such as Lao Airlines and Lao Skyway. Those in-country carriers typically offer lower fares, operate from smaller airports located closer to city centers (you save on ground transportation) and provide flexible schedules – with a wide range of departure times.
Planning to explore the region? Popular destinations near Laos can be easily reached with regional low-cost carriers (LCCs) by the likes of AirAsia, Air Busan, Bangkok Airways, China Express Airlines, JejuAir, Jin Air, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, ThaiSmile, and Tiger Airways. If you have a layover in Laos and plan to fly only a short distance to one of its neighboring countries, these budget airlines are an excellent way to save money.

Flights to Laos
from United States and Canada

There are no direct flights from the US or Canada to Laos. However, most major hubs in Asia have non-stop flights to Laos, as do some larger airports in the Middle East – your journey will have at least one stop.
Laos is well-served via one-stop flights from North America. Flights to Laos with one layover depart from most major North American airports, including Atlanta ATL, Dallas DFW, Denver DEN, Chicago ORD, Los Angeles LAX, Las Vegas DFW, Miami MIA, Seattle SEA, Houston IAH, New York JFK, and San Francisco SFO in the United States and Toronto YYZ, Vancouver YVR, Calgary LAS, and Montreal YUL in Canada.
The best airlines to fly to Laos from the US and Canada are: Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, and Vietnam Airlines. They are top full-service carriers, offering exceptional customer service, in-flight comfort, a generous checked baggage allowance, and reliable customer support channels – all included in the ticket price.

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What is the best time to book flights to Laos?

The best time to book flights to Laos is between 2 to 8 months before your travel date. The prime booking window (the most likely time to find the bargains) for Laos flights is 4–6 months before takeoff. Book when you notice a significant drop in price.

Airfare prices for Laos flights fluctuate due to demand, seasonal trends, and competition, causing numerous price drops and increases as your departure date approaches. The airlines use sophisticated revenue management systems to adjust pricing for optimal seat sales.

Generally, as seats are sold, prices tend to become more expensive.

Don’t book too early

Most airlines start selling their flights 9–12 months in advance. However, booking a ticket too early in that window can be an expensive mistake – airlines typically start by setting prices at a relatively high level to capture early demand from those willing to pay more to secure their seats.

Peak seasons are expensive

Peak travel seasons are always expensive – due to higher base prices set by airlines for dates they expect to be popular. Try to avoid the high season during summer and major holidays including holidays in Laos. If you must travel during peak times, book your flight well in advance.

Avoid last minute

Avoid booking flights to Laos less than 30 days before takeoff. Prices spike sharply then, as airlines are taking advantage of any last-minute travelers who have no choice but to pay up.

Prime Booking Window

For long-haul flights to Laos, the best time to book your ticket is around 4–6 months before departure. This is the “Prime Booking Window.” After some seats have already been sold, airlines start dropping prices to stimulate demand. They may also offer promotions and sales. This is the ideal time for bargain hunting.

Fly on weekdays

It makes a difference which day of the week you board the plane. Midweek travel (especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays) is less busy and likely cheaper than flying on weekends. Airlines charge higher prices for weekend travel due to the high demand from people going on short getaways or visiting family and friends.

Opt for early morning flights

To save on airfare, select a late night or early morning (1–5 a.m.) flight. Airlines often offer discounts on their first flight of the morning (up to 15-20%) simply because of lower demand—most people are not willing to go to the airport so early. Moreover, morning flights tend to have fewer delays, and airport queues are usually shorter.

Flights to Laos from Europe

There are no direct flights from Europe to Laos — you’ll need to get a connecting flight from elsewhere in the Middle East or in Asia.
Airlines that frequently fly from the UK, Germany, France, and other European countries to Laos include Finnair, Scoot, and ThaiSmile.
Consider departure airports in neighboring countries to increase your chance of spotting the best deal. Especially look for large airports that serve as hubs for multiple airlines. For example, if you live in Western Europe, check air tickets to Laos from Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Paris, and Rome. Leverage frequent promotions from European budget carriers like RyanAir, EasyJet, and Eurowings to reach a major hub; from there, take a cheaper long-haul flight to your final destination, potentially saving hundreds of euros.

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Things to know before flying to Laos
Airlines flying to Laos	AirAsia, Air Busan, Bangkok Airways, China Eastern Airlines, China Express Airlines, China Southern Airlines, EVA Air, Finnair, JejuAir, Jin Air, Korean Air, Lao Airlines, Lao Skyway, Qatar Airways, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Singapore Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, ThaiSmile, Tiger Airways, Aerolíneas Vietnamitas
Airlines of Laos	Lao Airlines, Lao Skyway
Main airports in Laos	Wattay International Airport (VTE) — Vientiane Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) — Luang Prabang Pakse Airport (PKZ) — Pakse Savannakhet Airport (ZVK) — Savannakhet Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) — Luang Namtha Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) — Phonsavan Phongsaly Boun Neua Airport (PCQ) — Phongsaly
Regular price (roundtrip)	✈ €900 – €1200 (from Europe) ✈ $900 – $1300 (from USA)

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Know your time zone

When checking flights and airport transfer times, ensure you know the local time zones. The departure/arrival times on your plane ticket and boarding pass are based on the time zone of the departure/arrival airport – this also applies to the connecting (layover) airports.

Laos has only one time zone – it observes Indochina Time all year, which is UTC/GMT +7. There are no daylight-saving time clock changes.

Laos is 11 hours ahead of New York, and 4 hours behind Sydney. It shares the same time with Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The cheapest time to fly to Laos

The best time to find cheap flights to Laos tends to be during the low season – May to September. It’s the country’s wet season (expect high humidity) and also an off-peak tourism season with significantly fewer visitors. Everything, including air tickets, is cheaper, and airlines often offer promotions to attract more tourists and try to fill up the planes.

To save on flights, avoid the peak season – from November to February, and local holidays. Cheap flights to Laos are non-existent during popular holidays such as Lao New Year (13-16 April), Boun Khao Phansa (July), Boat Racing Festival (October), Boun Ok Phansa (October), That Luang Festival (November), and National Day (2 December). If you travel to Laos during these peak periods it’s wise to book the flights well in advance.

Long waiting times when calling the helpline?

Social media is usually a faster way to reach the airline when a problem arises. Use Twitter or Facebook Messenger to contact the airline customer service and get a response and solution within minutes (see detailed guides for Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, and others).

When it comes to Twitter there’s one more trick to get in touch with the airline faster: mention the airline in a tweet about your issue (add “@airline_handle”, for example: “@LaoAirlines”). The social media team will often notice it immediately, ask you for a direct message, and respond privately.

Duty-free rules

Laos is serious about the duty-free concession. There is a limit for bringing in certain items. Alcoholic drinks cannot exceed 1 liter (spirits) and 2 liters (wine) per person, and you can carry only 200 cigarettes or 250g of tobacco. In addition to personal items, you may also carry items such as gifts up to a value of $50.

Anything above those limits must be declared – at the airport, head to Red Lane to declare your goods.

Use Loca app instead of Uber or Grab

There is no Uber nor Grab in Laos – these super popular ride-sharing apps never get launched here.

However, getting around Laotian big cities is quite convenient thanks to the Loca app, which works similarly to Uber and Grab. Loca is the main ride-hailing app in Laos, letting you hail a private car or a taxi and automatically pay the fare when your ride ends (or you can choose to pay in cash). Only registered drivers with a special license can offer rides on the app in accordance with the law.

You can download the Loca app for Android or iOS before arriving in Laos.

Avoid currency exchange kiosks at airports

It is always a good idea to bring some cash with you to Laos. Airports are infamous for making an exuberant amount of money from their currency exchanges due to the extremely high margins, and Laotian airports are no exception. Airport kiosks usually charge higher fees which are sometimes hidden within the poorer exchange rates they offer – their business is based on charging extra for being a convenient, last-minute option.

Plan ahead and exchange some money for the Lao kip at home, or use an ATM at the airport and in some major towns.

Airlines of Laos

Laos has only two main commercial airlines: Lao Airlines (the national flag carrier) and Lao Skyway, both based at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane. Together, they handle most of the domestic air traffic in Laos, while Lao Airlines serves nearby countries such as Cambodia, China, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Flights to Laos
from Australia and New Zealand

Australia and New Zealand offer robust flight networks to key APAC locations, Laos included. While domestic carriers like Qantas, Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand provide solid options, several major international airlines also serve these routes. These include ANA, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Garuda Indonesia, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Thai Airways — expanding your choices for travel between Australasia and Asia.

There are no direct flights from Australia or New Zealand to Laos. You’ll need a layover in one of the major hubs in Asia.
Airlines have different pricing strategies for different routes. Depending on airline partnerships, demand, and even the time of year, a flight to Laos could be significantly cheaper from Sydney than from Melbourne.

Compare fares from main international airports in Australia: Sydney SYD, Brisbane BNE, Melbourne MEL, Perth PER, Adelaide ADL, Cairns CNS, Gold Coast OOL, Canberra CBR, Darwin DRW, and in New Zealand: Auckland AKL, Wellington WLG, Christchurch CHC, and Queenstown ZQN.
If you’re looking to save, consider flying from Australia or New Zealand to a primary Asian hub, then catch a connecting flight to Laos with a regional budget airline such as AirAsia, Air Busan, Bangkok Airways, China Express Airlines, JejuAir, Jin Air, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, ThaiSmile, and Tiger Airways.

For the initial leg of your trip, full-service airlines such as Qantas or Virgin Atlantic offer premium comfort and exceptional service, albeit at a premium price. However, many Asian airlines, including budget carriers, operate out of Australia and frequently feature sales and promotions. For instance, AirAsia runs deals to Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore; Cebu Pacific to Manila; Scoot to Singapore; VietJet Air to Ho Chi Minh City; Jetstar to Seoul, Singapore, and Tokyo; Bamboo Airways to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Beijing; Batik Air to Jakarta and Singapore.

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Flights to Laos
from major hubs in Asia

Asia is probably the best continent for short-haul and mid-haul flying. The sheer scale of this most populous region on Earth is reflected in the type of aircraft operating many shorter routes: intra-Asia flyers benefit from comfortable, wide-bodied aircraft by the likes of Boeing 777, 787 or Airbus A350, A330, and A380. When booking your flight to Laos look for these bigger planes as they will almost always give you the best experience in every cabin, including better seat pitches, higher ceilings, and larger overhead bin space.
Asia is also home to most of the world’s best airlines. There are only ten airlines that received the prestigious 5-star mark of quality from Skytrax, and all of them are from Asia: ANA, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, EVA Air, Garuda Indonesia, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines. Choosing one of these airlines for your trip to Laos will guarantee a pleasant journey – delicious meals served during the flight, great in-flight entertainment, and above-average airline customer service.
Asia is extremely well served by low-cost regional airlines. If you are visiting Laos and want to see several other countries on a tight budget, they often have great sales with rock-bottom prices, while still offering a relatively comfortable flight experience. Among the best Asian budget airlines you can book without hesitation are AirAsia, Cebu Pacific, Citilink, FlyDubai, Indigo, Jetstar Airways, Scoot, SpiceJet. The cons? Being no-frills airlines they may not provide free baggage allowance, inflight meals, or onboard entertainment. The departure times may also be quite inconvenient as they try to save money by flying at off-peak hours.

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Fights to Laos

If you have specific travel dates, it's worth booking as soon as possible. The optimal time to book international flights to Laos is 2–8 months in advance, with a "prime booking window" at 4–6 months before departure for the best bargains.

In economy class, medium to long-haul flights to Laos range from $150 to $600, and can go up to $1,000 for routes exceeding 6,000 km. Round-trip bookings offer savings between 20% and 35%. Strategic planning like early booking, flying in low-season, booking directly with airlines, or chosing a route with a layover can save an additional 5–30%.

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