Flying from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Surat Thani Airport (URT): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your VTE to URT flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
C$138 is currently the best price for a one-way Wattay International Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight. Return flights start from C$279. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from VTE to URT, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Wattay International Airport to Surat Thani Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from VTE to URT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Wattay International Airport to Surat Thani Airport.
Handy information about Wattay International Airport (VTE)
73.92% of flights that depart Wattay International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Vientiane to Wattay International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Wattay International Airport to Surat Thani Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to VTE:
Arriving at Surat Thani Airport (URT)
If you're landing on a late Wattay International Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near URT:
Pick up a Surat Thani Airport rental car and discover Surat Thani and beyond with your own wheels. Drive Car Rental, Hertz and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Surat Thani Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to central Surat Thani
Surat Thani Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Surat Thani. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 3 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
August is the most popular month for flights from Wattay International Airport to Surat Thani Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Surat Thani in February.
When reserving your flight from Wattay International Airport to Surat Thani Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Surat Thani, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VTE to URT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Si Racha is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Surat Thani. Around 483 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Public park, Si Racha Subdistrict Municipality, Ko Loi Clock Tower and Marina Bayfront Sriracha.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 105 kilometres south-east of Surat Thani. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are key reasons to visit.
