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Connecting route · Nepal → Laos

Flights from Kathmandu to Vientiane

There are no direct flights from Kathmandu to Vientiane. The easiest way is one stop via Kunming or Bangkok, about 5h 42m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 5h 42m
KTMVTEKMG

Kathmandu to Vientiane at a glance

Fastest journey5h 42mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Kunming or Bangkok

Best ways to fly from Kathmandu 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
KTM Kunming (KMG) VTE
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Lao Airlines, Lucky Air
One airline, one ticket ~5h 42m
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KTM Bangkok (BKK) VTE
Leg 1: Nepal Airlines, Thai Airways · Leg 2: Lao Airlines, Thai Airways
One airline, one ticket ~5h 56m
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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
2,075 km1,289 miles
Journey time
5h 42mestimate
Time difference
+1.25hVientiane vs Kathmandu
Currency in Vientiane
USD
Airports
KTM → VTE

Flights from Kathmandu to Vientiane: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Kathmandu to Vientiane?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Kunming and Bangkok. 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 Kathmandu to Vientiane?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 5h 42m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 2,075 km.
Where do you change planes between Kathmandu and Vientiane?
The best connecting points are Kunming (KMG) and Bangkok (BKK). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Kunming, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Kathmandu and Vientiane?
Kathmandu: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). Vientiane: Wattay International Airport (VTE).
What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Vientiane?
Vientiane is 1.25 hours ahead of Kathmandu.

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