Cheap flights to Luang Prabang
The region's main aviation hub is Luang Prabang International Airport, located just 3 km from the historic city center. Direct flights connect this tourist destination with 8 major cities in Southeast Asia. The highest number of scheduled flights arrive from Bangkok (55 flights per week), Hanoi (15 flights), and Vientiane (14 flights per week).
22 airlines operate regular flights to Luang Prabang, with leading carriers such as Lao Airlines and Bangkok Airways. Additional information on trip planning and the climate can be found in our travel guide. Below on this page, you will find departure city cards with a convenient search form for current flight tickets.
Bangkok — Luang Prabang
Hanoi — Luang Prabang
Kunming — Luang Prabang
Chiang Mai — Luang Prabang
Siem Reap — Luang Prabang
Vientiane — Luang Prabang
When is the best time to book a flight to Luang Prabang?
The price of a flight to Luang Prabang changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 22 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $260. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
Flight insights to Luang Prabang
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Luang Prabang — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Luang Prabang come from Bangkok, Hanoi and Vientiane. Bangkok leads with around 55 flights a week.
- Bangkok55 flights/week
- Hanoi15 flights/week
- Vientiane14 flights/week
- Chiang Mai8 flights/week
- Kunming6 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Luang Prabang depart from Thailand, Lao, People's Dem. Rep. and Vietnam. Thailand alone accounts for about 58% of all direct routes.
- Thailandavg $123
- Lao, People's Dem. Rep.avg $99
- Vietnamavg $135
- Chinaavg $149
- Cambodiaavg $163
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Luang Prabang range from Vientiane at $82 to Kunming at $140 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Bangkokfrom $109
- Hanoifrom $135
- Vientianefrom $82
- Chiang Maifrom $137
- Kunmingfrom $140
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Luang Prabang from right now are Vientiane from $82, Bangkok from $109 and Pakse from $116.
- Vientianefrom $82
- Bangkokfrom $109
- Paksefrom $116
- Hanoifrom $135
- Chiang Maifrom $137
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Luang Prabang is from Con Dao at about 2h 12m, followed by Shenzhen (2h 8m) and Can Tho (1h 59m).
- Con Dao2h 12m
- Shenzhen2h 8m
- Can Tho1h 59m
- Tuy Hoa1h 52m
- Buon Ma Thuot1h 48m
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ThailandFrequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Luang Prabang?
- Currently, regular air service to the city is available from 8 main destinations. The route network covers the region's key transportation hubs, providing convenient access to the cultural capital of Laos.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Luang Prabang?
- The highest number of flights operate from Bangkok (55 flights per week), Hanoi (15 flights), and Vientiane (14 flights). Routes from Chiang Mai are also popular, with 8 flights weekly.
- How many airlines fly to Luang Prabang?
- A total of 22 airlines operate flights on this route. The main carriers are Lao Airlines, Bangkok Airways, and Thai AirAsia, which offer the most flight options.
- Which airports serve flights to Luang Prabang?
- All international and domestic flights arrive at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ). The airport is located very close to the city — just 3 km away — allowing you to reach your hotel in minimal time.
- How to find cheap tickets to Luang Prabang?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to book tickets in advance and consider flight options through major hubs like Bangkok or Hanoi. Using the search form at the bottom of the page will help you compare fares from all 22 airlines.