Flying from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport.
Luang Prabang and Hanoi are both in the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from LPQ to HAN start at 17:20 — the first with Lao Airlines. The latest departure is at 19:15 with Vietnam Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 12 weekly Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flights.
Your LPQ to HAN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Lao Airlines offers direct flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Hanoi — and maybe even more of Vietnam if your schedule allows.
Lao Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With an impressive 95.16% of services arriving on schedule, Lao Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating LPQ to HAN flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LPQ and HAN:
Wattay International Airport
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight is $113. A round-trip fare is currently $239. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from LPQ to HAN by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from LPQ to HAN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
Luang Prabang International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LPQ land at their destination as scheduled 81.69% of the time.
Luang Prabang International Airport is about 2 miles from central Luang Prabang. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near LPQ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
If you're arriving on a late Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near HAN:
Venture beyond Hanoi and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Noi Bai International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Rental.
Improve your chances of getting the best rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Noi Bai International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
From Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi is approximately 16 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Hanoi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport for June if you'd like to visit Hanoi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 77ºF and 97ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 50ºF and 72ºF. Look for cheap tickets from LPQ to HAN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
Hanoi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam just waiting to be discovered. About 30 miles north-west of Hanoi, a trip to Việt Trì will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ, Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân.
Móng Cái is another sought-after destination in Vietnam and is around 140 miles east of Hanoi. No trip is complete without a visit to Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach.
