Travelling from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is 2 hours ahead of Vientiane.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from VTE to Tokyo. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll need an embassy visa for Japan if you hold a passport from Laos and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
To reach VTE from central Vientiane, it'll take about 21 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near VTE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Tokyo
$160 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $333. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from VTE to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is located around 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 58 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from VTE to Tokyo:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month to board a flight from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Tokyo, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from VTE to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
After locking in your flight from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Tokyo and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Wattay International Airport to Tokyo.