Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is four hours behind Sydney.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to VTE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Traveling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in 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 a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wattay International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SYD and VTE:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wattay International Airport flight is AED 822. A return ticket right now is AED 1,494. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to VTE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wattay International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SYD to VTE.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wattay International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% of flights complete their journey on time.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Pick up a Wattay International Airport rental car and explore Vientiane and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Avis and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Wattay International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport to central Vientiane has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wattay International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Vientiane. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Wattay International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to VTE sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Laos waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometers south-east of Vientiane, a trip to Pakse will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Laos, consider Thakhek, roughly 241 kilometers east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are among the biggest draws.