Direct (nonstop) flights from Luang Prabang to Bangkok

1 airline flys nonstop from Luang Prabang (LPQ) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). It's 424 miles (682 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Thai AirAsia.

LPQ
Luang Prabang
🇱🇦 Luang Prabang, Lao People's Democratic Republic
DMK
Don Mueang International Airport
🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
424 mi
682 km
CO₂/pax
78 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Thai AirAsia
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Thai AirAsia Thai AirAsia

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Thai AirAsia FD Thai AirAsia
Route
LPQ → DMK
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
424 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Luang Prabang to Bangkok with one stop · direct emits 78 kg CO₂ per passenger

LPQ VTE (Vientiane) DMK
Leg 1: 45m (134 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (308 mi) Total: ~1h 50m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPQ → VTE
45m · 134 mi
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Leg 2
VTE → DMK
1h 5m · 308 mi
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LPQ CNX (Chiang Mai) DMK
Leg 1: 58m (222 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (351 mi) Total: ~2h 13m 🍃 131 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPQ → CNX
58m · 222 mi
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Leg 2
CNX → DMK
1h 15m · 351 mi
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LPQ SAI (Siem Reap) DMK
Leg 1: 1h 25m (469 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (245 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+101% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPQ → SAI
1h 25m · 469 mi
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Leg 2
SAI → DMK
1h 10m · 245 mi
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LPQ HAN (Hanoi) DMK
Leg 1: 1h 5m (252 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (608 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+136% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPQ → HAN
1h 5m · 252 mi
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Leg 2
HAN → DMK
1h 50m · 608 mi
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LPQ KMG (Kunming) DMK
Leg 1: 1h 33m (361 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (784 mi) Total: ~3h 58m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+204% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPQ → KMG
1h 33m · 361 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → DMK
2h 25m · 784 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Luang Prabang to Bangkok?

A nonstop flight from Luang Prabang (LPQ) to Bangkok (DMK) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 424 miles (682 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Luang Prabang to Bangkok?

Just Thai AirAsia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Luang Prabang to Bangkok?

Yes. 1 airline: Thai AirAsia.

How far is Luang Prabang from Bangkok?

The flight distance from Luang Prabang to Bangkok is 424 miles (682 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Luang Prabang to Bangkok?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Lao People's Democratic Republic to Thailand?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Thailand embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Luang Prabang to Bangkok?

Roughly 78 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 390 km.

Is the return flight from Bangkok to Luang Prabang also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Luang Prabang to Bangkok?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Luang Prabang for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.