Flights from Vientiane to Kathmandu

There are no direct flights from Vientiane to Kathmandu. 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

Vientiane to Kathmandu at a glance

Fastest journey5h 42mEstimated

Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Kunming or Bangkok

Best ways to fly from Vientiane to Kathmandu

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

VTE Kunming (KMG) KTM

Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Lao Airlines, Lucky Air · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines

One airline, one ticket ~5h 42m

VTE Bangkok (BKK) KTM

Leg 1: Lao Airlines, Thai Airways · Leg 2: Nepal Airlines, Thai Airways

One airline, one ticket ~5h 56m

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: -1.25hKathmandu vs Vientiane
Currency in Kathmandu: USD
Airports: VTE → KTM

Flights from Vientiane to Kathmandu: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Vientiane to Kathmandu?

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 Vientiane to Kathmandu?

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 Vientiane and Kathmandu?

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 Vientiane and Kathmandu?

Vientiane: Wattay International Airport (VTE). Kathmandu: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).

What is the time difference between Vientiane and Kathmandu?

Kathmandu is 1.25 hours behind Vientiane.

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