Travelling from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport (VTE) departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Vientiane is 2 hours behind Tokyo. Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Tokyo to VTE.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
We make it simple to book a flight from Tokyo to VTE that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Haneda Airport (HND), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between HND and VTE include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is around 16 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Catching an early flight from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Haneda Airport:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
NRT is approximately 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take you 58 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to VTE:
About Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Vientiane. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
For a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport, R 2,699 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just R 5,067. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from Tokyo to VTE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Vientiane in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Tokyo to VTE in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Vientiane
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vientiane:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Lao Star TV are leading attractions which should feature on any good Vientiane itinerary.
Complete your Vientiane trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Vientiane and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Tokyo to Wattay International Airport.