Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 20 minutes.
Vientiane is two hours behind Seoul and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Flights from ICN to VTE start from 10:10 — the first with Lao Airlines. The last departure is at 19:45 with Jeju Air. In total, there are 34 weekly Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport flights.
Your ICN to VTE flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport, so jetting off to Vientiane (and then visiting more of Laos!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Jeju Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Among carriers operating ICN to VTE flights, Jin Air has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ICN and VTE:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight is RM451. A return plane ticket is currently RM903. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from ICN to VTE by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ICN to VTE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, 54.5% of flights complete their journey on time.
To work out the quickest way to travel from central Seoul to Incheon International Airport, use navigation tools like Google Maps. The airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ICN:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Consider booking a hotel close to VTE if you're taking a late Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Vientiane's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks in advance.
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)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Vientiane. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Incheon International Airport to Wattay International Airport for April if you want to go to Vientiane during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ICN to VTE in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Laos waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Vientiane, a visit to Pakse will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Laos, head for Thakhek, about 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are key highlights.