Airport
Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
Luang Prabang International Airport is the main gateway to the UNESCO-listed town of Luang Prabang and northern Laos. Compare transfer options to the old town, Mekong riverside hotels, Kuang Si Falls, Nong Khiaw and other nearby destinations.
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About Luang Prabang International Airport
Luang Prabang International Airport is one of Laos' main international gateways and the second busiest airport in the country. It serves the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang and the wider northern Laos region, connecting travelers with domestic routes and regional international destinations across Southeast Asia.
Located about 4 km northeast of the old town, the airport is a short ride from Luang Prabang's historic centre, Mekong riverside hotels, temples and restaurants. A modernized terminal opened in 2013 and handles both domestic and international flights, with regional carriers serving routes including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hanoi and Vientiane.
The airport is reached by taxi, tuk-tuk, shared minivan, hotel shuttle and private transfer, with typical journeys into town taking around 15 to 20 minutes. There is no rail link, so road transport is the main onward option.
Passenger facilities include restaurants and cafés, souvenir and duty-free shops, lounges, free Wi-Fi, currency exchange and ATMs, making it a compact and convenient arrival point for visitors to Luang Prabang and the surrounding region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Luang Prabang International Airport operates a single passenger terminal that handles both domestic and international flights. The modernized terminal opened in 2013 and serves carriers such as Lao Airlines, Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia and Vietnam Airlines.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Luang Prabang International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Luang Prabang International Airport to hotels, the old town, Mekong riverside properties and other destinations across northern Laos.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for airport pick-ups, flexible travel around Luang Prabang, heritage tours, business meetings or events.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Luang Prabang International Airport for independent travel around town and onward journeys to nearby destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Luang Prabang International Airport, hotels, event venues and nearby attractions.
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