Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is six hours ahead of Paris.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CDG to VTE flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Wattay International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between CDG and VTE include:
Noi Bai International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
C$518 is currently the best price for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$1,060. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from CDG to VTE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Wattay International Airport.
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Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CDG? If you've booked an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Wattay International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Charles de Gaulle Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Wattay International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and discover more of Vientiane and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Wattay International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
From Wattay International Airport, Vientiane is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the busiest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Wattay International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Vientiane in February.
When booking your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Wattay International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CDG to VTE sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Laos
You've seen Vientiane, now it's time to discover other corners of Laos. Travel around 467 kilometres south-east to Pakse to tick off its must-visit sights. From Wat Luang to Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane, Thakhek is another essential stop in Laos. No visit is complete without checking out MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.