Travelling from Colombo to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Wattay International Airport (VTE) jetting off from here.
Vientiane is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Your flight from Colombo to VTE won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August 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 Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Colombo to VTE departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
CMB is roughly 32 kilometres from central Colombo. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Need a handy hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Wattay International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Reserve a hotel close to VTE if you have a late flight from Colombo to Wattay International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
C$274 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Wattay International Airport. Return flights start from C$483. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To pick up flight tickets from Colombo to VTE, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding flight tickets from Colombo to Wattay International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices fall. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Colombo to VTE.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Colombo to Wattay International Airport.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
February is the quietest time to travel to Vientiane. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Wattay International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Before you book a flight from Colombo to VTE, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Wattay International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Vientiane
After locking in your flight from Colombo to Wattay International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vientiane:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Lao Star TV are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Vientiane itinerary.
Complete your Vientiane trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Colombo to Wattay International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Vientiane and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.