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Flights from Chiang Mai to Vientiane

There are no direct flights from Chiang Mai to Vientiane. The easiest way is one stop via Luang Prabang or Bangkok, about 3h 13m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 3h 13m
CNXVTELPQ

Chiang Mai to Vientiane at a glance

Fastest journey3h 13mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Luang Prabang or Bangkok

Best ways to fly from Chiang Mai to Vientiane

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
CNX Luang Prabang (LPQ) VTE
Leg 1: Lao Airlines · Leg 2: Lao Air, Lao Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~3h 13m
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2
CNX Bangkok (BKK) VTE
Leg 1: Thai AirAsia, Thai Vietjet, Bangkok Airways · Leg 2: Lao Airlines, Thai Airways
One airline, one ticket ~3h 54m
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3
CNX Yangon (RGN) VTE
Leg 1: Myanmar Airways International, Myanmar National Airlines · Leg 2: Myanmar Airways International
One airline, one ticket ~3h 49m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
398 km247 miles
Journey time
3h 13mestimate
Time difference
NoneVientiane vs Chiang Mai
Currency in Vientiane
USD
Airports
CNX → VTE

Flights from Chiang Mai to Vientiane: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Chiang Mai to Vientiane?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Luang Prabang, Bangkok and Yangon. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Chiang Mai to Vientiane?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 3h 13m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 398 km.
Where do you change planes between Chiang Mai and Vientiane?
The best connecting points are Luang Prabang (LPQ), Bangkok (BKK) and Yangon (RGN). Lao Airlines flies both legs via Luang Prabang, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Chiang Mai and Vientiane?
Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX). Vientiane: Wattay International Airport (VTE).

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