Traveling from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
2 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Kuala Lumpur is 1 hour ahead of Vientiane and operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport start from 07:10 — the earliest with AirAsia. The latest flight is the 09:20 service with AirAsia. In total, you can choose from 2 services every week from VTE to KUL.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Flying into Kuala Lumpur (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is straightforward with AirAsia. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Malaysia. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from VTE to KUL, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
C$99 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Return flights start at C$219. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap flight tickets from VTE to KUL, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Central Vientiane to Wattay International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 21 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to VTE:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 4 hours and 29 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Wattay International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from VTE to KUL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by finding a fantastic stay. Once you've booked your flight from VTE to KUL, explore our range of hotel options including:
Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower Mini Zoo are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to KLCC Park.
If you want more flexibility when planning your journey, consider flying into or out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). This international airport is another popular option for traveling to or from Kuala Lumpur.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Kuala Lumpur International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kuala Lumpur.