Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
Luang Prabang is four hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your SYD to LPQ flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to discover another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Noi Bai International Airport is a sought-after stop between SYD and LPQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight is $336. A return ticket is currently $708. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to LPQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SYD to LPQ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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 Luang Prabang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights taking off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
Reserve a hotel close to LPQ if you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Luang Prabang International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Sixt and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Luang Prabang and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Luang Prabang International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
From Luang Prabang International Airport, Luang Prabang is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Luang Prabang based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Luang Prabang during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to LPQ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane is just one of the many places in Laos waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Luang Prabang. Around 225 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Phongkham Pagoda.
Thakhek is another standout destination in Laos and is around 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang. No trip is complete without experiencing MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.