Wattay International Airport - VTE
This airport is the hub for Lao Airlines and Lao Skyway. Located in the Sikhodtabong District of Vientiane, Laos, the Wattay International Airport (VTE) is the country’s main international entryway. It serves Vientiane, the Laotian capital city, and has in recent years seen numerous upgrades to provide visitors with a more comfortable travel experience. In 2018, the airport opened a larger terminal connected to its older terminal to better cater to more international flights. As an international airport, travelers can find various services such as currency exchange and ATMs, shops, restaurants, and tourist help desks.
Best Time to Visit
The airport is operated by the Military of Laos, which features one asphalt runway. One end of the airport is occupied by a Lao Air Force installation. Also on the airport property are the head offices of Lao Air, and the Department of Civil Aviation. Passengers of Wattay International Airport can reach and exit the terminal via private car, taxi, shuttle bus, or tuk-tuk. Wattay International Airport is the airport of choice for those wanting to visit the tourism town of Vang Vieng.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The city center of Vientiane is just 1.8 miles away, but for travelers who prefer to stay near the airport, there are several high quality hotels that offer comfortable rooms and airport shuttle options. Located conveniently across the Wattay International Airport and a mere 2-minute walk from the famed Mekong River is the Dansavanh Vientiane Hotel, which offers guests free shuttle service to Vientiane’s city center. Another popular hotel to stay in is the S Park Design Hotel, which boasts of a swimming pool and is suitable for both leisure and business travelers. This hotel is a short 15-20 minute drive to embassies and government offices.
On this page it is easy to search for Vientiane, Laos airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Vientiane, Laos (VTE-Wattay Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the VTE airport.
Most of these VTE
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Vientiane, Laos
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the VTE airport are National University of Laos, Ban Anou Night Market, and Laos National Stadium.
Map of Vientiane, Laos Hotels
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Weather Forecast for Vientiane, Laos (VTE-Wattay Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Vientiane, Laos (VTE-Wattay Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 10:37 PM.
The temperature feels like 91.7 with a humidity level of 75 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 60 percent with visibility at 14.9 percent.
Today’s UV index is 12, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east at a speed of 4 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 11:34 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Tuesday
5/14
Thunderstorm with rain
85°F
High: 94°F
Low: 81°F
Precipitation: 70%
Wednesday
5/15
Thunderstorm with rain
87°F
High: 94°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 65%
Thursday
5/16
Thunderstorm with rain
87°F
High: 93°F
Low: 81°F
Precipitation: 75%
Friday
5/17
Thunderstorm with rain
87°F
High: 94°F
Low: 81°F
Precipitation: 85%
Saturday
5/18
Thunderstorm with heavy rain
87°F
High: 93°F
Low: 81°F
Precipitation: 85%
Sunday
5/19
Thunderstorm with heavy rain
87°F
High: 94°F
Low: 81°F
Precipitation: 90%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Vientiane, Laos VTE airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free VTE airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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