Travelling from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport (VTE): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport (VTE) heading out from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is four hours ahead of Istanbul. Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to VTE.
With more travellers during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to VTE leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Istanbul to VTE flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Book a hotel near VTE if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vientiane and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Istanbul to Wattay International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
ج.م. 14,285 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 29,071. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to VTE, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Affordable Istanbul to Wattay International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Istanbul to VTE.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport (VTE). Visit Vientiane in February for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Istanbul to VTE flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
January has temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Vientiane
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Wattay International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vientiane:
Your Vientiane visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Pha That Luang, Wat Inpeng and COPE Visitor Centre.
Explore more of Laos
Thakhek is just one of the many cities in Laos waiting to be discovered after you've seen Vientiane. Around 241 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Sunset Viewpoint, Mekong Riverside View Point and MAG UXO Visitor Centre.
If you want to check out another major stop in Laos, head for Savannakhet, about 274 kilometres south-east of Vientiane. Dinosaur Museum, Wat Phochaiyaram and Chinese Temple are key highlights.
