On this page, you can book flights for the route from Shanghai to Vientiane. The distance between the cities is approximately 2,401 km, and flight frequency reaches 4 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by China Eastern Airlines (MU). Current travel costs change frequently, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deals, and reviewing information on how to get to the departure airport and travel from the airport to the destination city center.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shanghai — Vientiane by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 540 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 738 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Shanghai → Vientiane, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 938 | medium | May | AED 826 | low | Sep | AED 845 | low |
| Feb | AED 957 | high | Jun | AED 882 | medium | Oct | AED 882 | medium |
| Mar | AED 788 | low | Jul | AED 976 | high | Nov | AED 1,013 | high |
| Apr | AED 807 | low | Aug | AED 957 | high | Dec | AED 938 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
In Vientiane, the hottest weather is seen in April, when temperatures reach 35.6°C. The heaviest rainfall occurs between July and September, peaking in August, while the driest and coolest months for travel are December and January.
According to price statistics, the most cost-effective time to fly is in August, with tickets starting AED 555, or in October at a price starting AED 565. The price peak occurs in February and March, when the minimum fare increases to AED 738.
October is considered the optimal time for a flight—this period marks the end of the rainy season while maintaining affordable prices. It is recommended to avoid booking for February if you are looking to maximize savings on your trip.
On the route between Shanghai and Vientiane, regular flights are operated by China Eastern Airlines (MU), providing a consistent connection with a frequency of about 4 weekly departures. Direct flights are available to passengers, making this route convenient for both short-term and long-term trips. A detailed schedule and route options are presented in the list below.
Flights Shanghai — Vientiane depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Wattay International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers a distance of 2,401 km and lasts an average of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
The main carrier operating regular flights on this route is China Eastern Airlines (MU).
Yes, there are direct flights between the cities, with a frequency of approximately 4 departures per week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on the date and demand. You can check the current minimum prices for the upcoming months in the calendar on this page.
Flights from China arrive at Wattay International Airport (VTE), which is the primary air gateway to Laos.
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