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Luang Phabang International Airport

Luang Phabang, Laos

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Luang Phabang International Airport

Luang Phabang, Laos
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VLLB
ICAO
955 ft
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Gateway to Laos's ancient royal capital on the Mekong.

Opened
1960
Location
Luang Phabang, Laos
Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ/VLLB) serves the UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Phabang in northern Laos. Situated close to the city center, the airport connects this culturally significant destination to regional hubs across Southeast Asia. The airport handles a modest volume of international and domestic traffic, with connections to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Vientiane, and other regional cities. It has undergone expansions to accommodate growing tourist demand driven by Luang Phabang's status as a major heritage tourism destination. Despite its relatively small size, the airport plays a critical role in Laos's tourism economy, as Luang Phabang is one of the country's most visited cities and a key stop on Southeast Asian travel itineraries.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international flights.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 4 kilometers from the city center and is accessible by taxi, tuk-tuk, and hotel transfers.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving LPQ include Lao Airlines, Bangkok Airways, Vietnam Airlines, and China Eastern Airlines.
Notable facts
  • ›Luang Phabang is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, making the airport a key entry point for cultural tourism.
  • ›The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 955 feet (291 meters) above sea level.
  • ›Lao Airlines uses Luang Phabang as a secondary domestic hub alongside the capital Vientiane.
  • ›The runway is approximately 2,400 meters long, limiting operations to smaller narrow-body aircraft.
  • ›Growing tourist arrivals prompted a terminal expansion project in the 2010s to increase capacity.
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Gateway to the ancient royal city nestled among misty Mekong hills

Luang Phabang International Airport serves the UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Phabang in northern Laos, a destination celebrated for its Buddhist temples, French colonial architecture, and natural beauty. The airport has undergone significant expansion in recent years to accommodate growing regional tourism, with a new terminal developed under Chinese investment opening in 2023. It functions as a key entry point for visitors flying in from Bangkok, Vientiane, Hanoi, and other regional hubs.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — The modern, single integrated terminal handles all domestic and international arrivals and departures with traditional Lao architectural design elements.
Ground Transport
  • Tuk-tuk (shared or private) to city centre — most common and affordable option
  • Private taxi arranged through hotel or airport desk
  • Hotel shuttle services offered by many guesthouses and resorts
  • Minivan transfers bookable through tour operators for group travel
Nearby Hotels
  • Sofitel Luang Prabang
  • Amantaka
  • Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao
  • Le Sen Boutique Hotel
  • Villa Maydou Boutique Hotel
Dining

Food options inside the airport terminal are limited to a small café and snack counter, so travellers are advised to eat before departure. The city of Luang Phabang, just a short tuk-tuk ride away, offers exceptional Lao cuisine including khao soi noodle soup and grilled river fish at the bustling night market on Sisavangvong Road. Riverside restaurants near the Mekong are popular for relaxed meals with scenic views.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrange your hotel pickup or tuk-tuk in advance as taxis are not always plentiful outside peak hours.
  • Carry small denomination Lao Kip or Thai Baht as many local drivers do not accept cards.
  • The airport is only about 4 kilometres from the old city centre, making transfers quick and inexpensive.
  • Check visa-on-arrival eligibility before flying — Laos offers VOA to most nationalities for a fee payable in USD.
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Route map (6 destinations)

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Routes

LPQ → BKKAF · 319
LPQ → BKKEY · AT7 319
LPQ → VTELF · 737
LPQ → BKKPG · AT7
LPQ → BKKQV · AT7
LPQ → CNXQV · AT7
LPQ → JHGQV · AT7
LPQ → PKZQV · AT7
LPQ → HANQV · AT7
LPQ → REPQV · AT7
LPQ → VTEQV · AT7 320
LPQ → HANVN · AT7
LPQ → REPVN · AT7
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