Luang Prabang Travel Guide
Luang Prabang, the former royal capital of Laos, is renowned for its well-preserved historic center, which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is famous for its beautiful temples, French colonial architecture, and the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers.
How to Travel to Luang Prabang
You have various options to choose from for traveling to Luang Prabang. Let's find out which options will be best for you.
BY AIR
Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) is located 4 km from the center of Luang Prabang. The airport serves domestic and international flights with various airlines including Lao Airlines, Bangkok Airways, AirAsia Airlines, and Vietnam Airlines.
Airport Services:
- Shopping
- Restaurant
- Information
- Currency Exchange
- ATMs
- Transportation
Airlines & Destinations:
| Airlines | Destinations | Schedule | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lanexang Airways | Bokeo (BOR) | Wed, Fri, Sun | Domestic |
| Lao Skyway | Vientiane | Fri, Sun | Domestic |
| Lao Airlines | Vientiane | Daily | Domestic |
| Bangkok (BKK) | Daily | International | |
| Hanoi | Daily | International | |
| Chiang Mai | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | International | |
| Siem Reap / Pakse | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | International | |
| Bangkok Airways | Bangkok (BKK) | Daily | International |
| Thai AirAsia | Bangkok (DMK) | Daily | International |
| Vietnam Airlines | Hanoi | Daily | International |
| Siem Reap | Daily | International | |
| China Eastern Airlines | Kunming | Daily | International |
BY BOAT
Boats up and down the Mekong are an increasingly popular mode of travel. You can travel downriver from Thailand to Luang Prabang.
BY BUS
Within Laos
- From Vientiane: 10 hours by public bus, 7 hours by minibus
- From Vang Vieng: 5 hours by minibus
- Buses depart from Vientiane's Northern Bus Station
- Arrive at Luang Prabang's Naluang (Southern) Bus Station
International Routes
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Vinh, Vietnam
- Loei, Thailand
- Chiang Mai, Thailand
BY TRAIN
China-Laos Railway
The China-Laos Railway has become a popular choice among tourists traveling between Vientiane and Luang Prabang. This modern railway offers a scenic and comfortable journey through Laos, showcasing the country's beautiful landscapes.
High-Speed Train
Journey time: approximately 2 hours
Ordinary Train
Journey time: around 2 hours 45 minutes
