Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
Luang Prabang's timezone is UTC+7, making Luang Prabang four hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to LPQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to explore a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Suvarnabhumi Airport is a well-known stop between MEL and LPQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
At the moment, ج.م. 12,296 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 36,997. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to LPQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
If you're landing on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LPQ:
Travel beyond Luang Prabang and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Luang Prabang International Airport rental car from leading providers like Sixt or Avis.
Booking your ride from Luang Prabang International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Luang Prabang. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
April is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Luang Prabang in April.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Luang Prabang, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 41ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEL to LPQ sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
Luang Prabang is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Laos just waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres south of Luang Prabang, a trip to Vientiane will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Phongkham Pagoda.
Around 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang, Thakhek is another essential stop in Laos. No visit is complete without checking out MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.
