Airport
Nong Khang Airport (NEU)
Nong Khang Airport is the main gateway to Sam Neua and the wider Houaphanh Province in northeastern Laos. From here, travelers can continue by road to Sam Neua town, about 35 km away, and onward across the province.
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About Nong Khang Airport
Nong Khang Airport is the main airport serving Sam Neua, the capital of Houaphanh Province in northeastern Laos. Opened in May 2023, it replaced the older Nathong Airport and now handles the province's scheduled domestic air services.
The airport was built to ICAO Category 3C standards, with a single 2,400-metre runway and a two-storey passenger terminal covering about 3,288 square metres. It can accommodate 70- to 100-seat aircraft such as the ATR 72, Fokker 70, Fokker 100 and MA-60.
Located about 35 km north of central Sam Neua, the airport is connected to the town by road. Lao Airlines and Lao Skyway operate domestic flights between Nong Khang Airport and Vientiane, reducing a journey that once took around two days by land to roughly one hour by air.
With its modern terminal and onward road links, the airport provides a practical gateway for travelers visiting Sam Neua, Vieng Xai and other parts of Houaphanh Province.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Nong Khang Airport operates a single two-storey passenger terminal serving domestic flights. Lao Airlines and Lao Skyway handle scheduled services from the airport, primarily on the route to Vientiane.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Nong Khang Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Nong Khang Airport to Sam Neua town, hotels and other locations across Houaphanh Province.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business visits or journeys around Sam Neua and the wider region.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Nong Khang Airport for independent travel around Sam Neua and onward journeys in Houaphanh Province.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Nong Khang Airport, Sam Neua, hotels and other destinations in the province.
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