Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the MAA - VTE route include:
Hong Kong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Laos. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from MAA to VTE, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport is C$221. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$413. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from MAA to VTE, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from MAA to VTE. You don't need to check back in every day to see if airfares have fallen. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Got an early flight from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Book a hotel close to VTE if you're catching a late flight from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport. Check in to 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 the center of Vientiane. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Vientiane in February.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Wattay International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to VTE in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 31ºC then.
More about Vientiane
Start your Vientiane trip right by finding a great stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from MAA to VTE, browse our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Lao Star TV are popular attractions which should be on every Vientiane itinerary.
Complete your Vientiane trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Wattay International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Vientiane.
