Fly private between Luang Namtha and Vientiane from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Luang Namtha (LXG) to Vientiane (VTE) and Vientiane to Luang Namtha — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Luang Namtha and Vientiane is about 353 km (220 miles), or 191 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Luang Namtha and Vientiane, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 06m | 59 min – 1h 13m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 53 min | 48 min – 58 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 06m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 03m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 53 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 52 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 51 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Luang Namtha and Vientiane? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Luang Namtha, Laos: Luang Namtha Airport.
Vientiane, Laos: Wattay International Airport.
| Luang Namtha Airport | Wattay International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VLLN / LXG | VLVT / VTE |
| Longest hard runway | 5,249 ft | 9,843 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,968 ft | 564 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,749 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,358 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,249 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,258 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,049 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,738 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,349 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,968 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,249 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,458 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,749 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,538 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,049 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,038 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,749 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,258 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,971 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,208 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,049 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,458 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 327 ft short |
4,600 km 4,158 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 319 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,484 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 349 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,958 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 557 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,778 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 191 ft short |
7,400 km 6,958 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 51 ft short |
7,800 km 7,358 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 459 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,958 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 751 ft short |
14,260 km 13,818 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 551 ft short |
11,112 km 10,670 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 751 ft short |
12,960 km 12,518 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 449 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,503 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Khoksa Airfield
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Luang Namtha–Vientiane quote requests within 60 minutes.
Choose your wheels-up time — Luang Namtha–Vientiane runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 353 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Luang Namtha–Vientiane is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 06m gate to gate over 353 km (220 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Luang Namtha–Vientiane departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Luang Namtha–Vientiane charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Vientiane to Luang Namtha runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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