Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Luang Prabang is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to LPQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Suvarnabhumi Airport is a well-known stop between MAA and LPQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
Currently, ج.م. 9,728 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 18,238. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to LPQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAA to LPQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chennai Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LPQ instead:
Pick up a Luang Prabang International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Sixt and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Luang Prabang and beyond.
Booking your ride from Luang Prabang International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
From Luang Prabang International Airport, Luang Prabang is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
April is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Luang Prabang in April.
The warmest month in Luang Prabang is April, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAA to LPQ sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane is just one of the many places in Laos waiting to be explored after you've seen Luang Prabang. Around 225 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Phongkham Pagoda.
Around 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang, Thakhek is another favourite stop in Laos. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.
