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Cheapest round-trip
$637
Typical prices: $829-$1,370
China Eastern
Tue 11/24Sun 12/20
LAX - VTE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$464
Typical prices: $494-$828
China Eastern
Mon 11/16
LAX - VTE • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Vientiane. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $831 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 21h 34m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane (LAX-VTE)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Vientiane

Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Dec 20
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
21h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:05 am - 9:05 amVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
23h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$637China Eastern
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Dec 21
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
21h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:05 am - 9:05 amVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
23h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$637China Eastern
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 18
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
21h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:05 am - 9:05 amVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
23h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$637China Eastern
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:32 am - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
24h 33m2 stops San Francisco Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 9:05 amVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
35h 45m3 stops Kunming Changshui Fuzhou Shanghai Pu Dong
$786Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:32 am - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
24h 33m2 stops San Francisco Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 9:05 amVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
35h 45m3 stops Kunming Changshui Fuzhou Shanghai Pu Dong
$793Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 8:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
54h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:05 am - 10:05 amVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
23h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$862Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, May 1
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 3:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
26h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
3:50 pm - 8:00 pmVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
18h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,051China Southern
Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 23
China Southern Logo
11:50 pm - 2:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
24h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
3:50 pm - 8:00 pmVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
18h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,086China Southern
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 3
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:05 pm - 12:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
22h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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12:35 pm - 6:10 pmVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
20h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,294Singapore Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Apr 24
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11:30 pm - 12:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-VTE Vientiane Wattay
46h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
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5:35 pm - 9:50 pmVTE  Vientiane Wattay-LAX Los Angeles
42h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,527Singapore Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Vientiane flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Vientiane from Los Angeles usually cost between $848 and $1,470 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $637 on China Eastern (Nov 23-Dec 20).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane is October, where tickets cost $756 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,538 and $1,385 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$464
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 37% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 27% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Vientiane based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane

  • Are there any other airports in Los Angeles where I can depart for my flight to Vientiane?

    Yes. There are a few flights that depart from the Ontario International Airport (ONT), which is located east of downtown Los Angeles. All the flights departing from ONT are two-stop flights, and they are priced comparably to some of the cheapest flights you can find departing from LAX.

  • Is a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Vientiane worth it if it involves a self-transfer?

    It can be. Some of the cheapest tickets from ONT to VTE involve a self-transfer in a foreign city, such as Bangkok (BKK). Before you buy such a ticket, make sure that the connection duration is long enough for you to deplane, get through customs, check in for the next leg of your flight, and go through security again.

  • Which airlines offer comfortable economy seats on flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    When you're booking your cheap flight from LAX to VTE, consider purchasing a flight that has at least one leg a board China Airlines. Economy seats on China Airlines tend to be lie-flat seats, which will make your long flight much more comfortable. These seats also have a power outlet available.

  • How can I get from the Wattay International Airport (VTE) into downtown Vientiane?

    Two different buses leave VTE hourly headed into Center Point Area Vientiane. One bus provides an affordable ride of about 20 minutes that drops you off at the Wind West Pub, about a 5-minute walk from the Center Point Area. Another bus will take you to Wat Ong Teu, a 4-minute walk to Center Point Area. A taxi to Center Point Area is a little more expensive but much quicker, providing a ride of about 6 minutes.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane was $464 for a one-way ticket and $637 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Los Angeles and Vientiane?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    When flying out of Los Angeles you will be using Los Angeles. You will be landing at Vientiane, also known as Vientiane Wattay.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Vientiane, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Vientiane from Los Angeles?

    Shanghai is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Los Angeles to Vientiane.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane, Singapore Airlines or China Eastern?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane are Singapore Airlines and China Eastern. With an average price for the route of $1,129 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. China Eastern is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $771 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Vientiane from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Vientiane with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline. Booking your flights between Los Angeles and VTE can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Vientiane from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Vientiane

  • The Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a hub for Delta, United, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. The Wattay International Airport (VTE) serves as a hub for several airlines, including Lao Airlines, Lao Central Airlines, Air Laos, Lao Skyway, and others. Some of the cheapest flights from LAX to VTE involved Lao Airlines.
  • American citizens traveling to Vientiane for tourism or business need a visa. A Laos visa is usually valid for 30 days, but you can extend it up to an extra 60 days by contacting the Department of Immigration in Vientiane. It is important that you do not overstay the limitations of your visa.
  • The Wattay International Airport (VTE) serving the city Vientiane in Laos is right on the southern border of Laos and the northern border of Thailand. From this airport, you can access cities and villages throughout the Northern Thai provinces of Nong Khai, Nong Bua Lam Phu, Udon Thani, and Loei.
  • Some of the cheapest flights available from LAX to VTE take place aboard two different airlines and tend to have two stops. You can find flights on China Airlines with Lao Airlines, EVA Air with Thai Smile, and EVA Air with Vietnam Airlines. Almost all of these flights stop first and Taipei City and then in Bangkok (BKK).
  • An LAX to VTE economy flight aboard Singapore Airlines with one stop in Singapore allows economy passengers one carry-on and two checked bags. The carry-on must not exceed total dimensions of 45 inches or a weight of 15 lb. Each checked bag must not exceed total dimensions of 62 inches or a weight of 50 lb.

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