Direct (nonstop) flights from Bangkok to Vientiane

1 airline flys nonstop from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Wattay International (VTE). It's 308 miles (496 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Thai AirAsia.

DMK
Don Mueang International Airport
🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
VTE
Wattay International
🇱🇦 Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
308 mi
496 km
CO₂/pax
57 kg
−71 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Thai AirAsia
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Thai AirAsia Thai AirAsia

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Thai AirAsia FD Thai AirAsia
Route
DMK → VTE
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
308 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Bangkok to Vientiane with one stop · direct emits 57 kg CO₂ per passenger

DMK LPQ (Luang Prabang) VTE
Leg 1: 1h 25m (424 mi) Leg 2: 45m (134 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+125% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DMK → LPQ
1h 25m · 424 mi
View DMK to LPQ flights →
Leg 2
LPQ → VTE
45m · 134 mi
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DMK KTI (Phnom Penh) VTE
Leg 1: 1h 15m (340 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (481 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+211% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DMK → KTI
1h 15m · 340 mi
View DMK to KTI flights →
Leg 2
KTI → VTE
1h 25m · 481 mi
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DMK HAN (Hanoi) VTE
Leg 1: 1h 50m (608 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (306 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+240% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DMK → HAN
1h 50m · 608 mi
View DMK to HAN flights →
Leg 2
HAN → VTE
1h 10m · 306 mi
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DMK DAD (Da Nang) VTE
Leg 1: 1h 40m (528 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (395 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+244% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DMK → DAD
1h 40m · 528 mi
View DMK to DAD flights →
Leg 2
DAD → VTE
1h 20m · 395 mi
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DMK SGN (Ho Chi Minh City) VTE
Leg 1: 1h 40m (461 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (564 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+275% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DMK → SGN
1h 40m · 461 mi
View DMK to SGN flights →
Leg 2
SGN → VTE
1h 45m · 564 mi
View SGN to VTE flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Bangkok to Vientiane?

A nonstop flight from Bangkok (DMK) to Vientiane (VTE) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 308 miles (496 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Bangkok to Vientiane?

Just Thai AirAsia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Vientiane?

Yes. 1 airline: Thai AirAsia.

How far is Bangkok from Vientiane?

The flight distance from Bangkok to Vientiane is 308 miles (496 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Bangkok to Vientiane?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Thailand to Lao People's Democratic Republic?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Lao People's Democratic Republic embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Bangkok to Vientiane?

Roughly 57 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 285 km.

Is the return flight from Vientiane to Bangkok also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bangkok to Vientiane?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Don Mueang International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.