Flying from Osaka to Wattay International Airport (VTE): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Osaka. Explore your options leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB) when reserving your flight from Osaka to Wattay International Airport (VTE).
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is two hours behind Osaka. Wattay International Airport is located in Vientiane.
To ensure you catch your flight from Osaka to VTE, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Osaka to VTE. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
KIX is about 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Wattay International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another handy option near Kansai International Airport.
Of all flights leaving Kansai International Airport, 67.95% land on time at their destination.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to ITM from Osaka's centre in around 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 16 kilometres away.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Osaka to VTE flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Itami Airport:
77.41% of flights departing Itami Airport arrive according to schedule.
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
If you're making your way to UKB from central Osaka, it takes around 45 minutes to arrive by car. The journey is roughly 40 kilometres.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Osaka to Wattay International Airport flight:
With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, UKB is a reliable starting point for your trip.
The street address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Reserve a hotel close to VTE if you have a late flight from Osaka to Wattay International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget to explore Vientiane and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Osaka to Wattay International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Wattay International Airport is ر.ق. 446. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 893. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Osaka to VTE, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable Osaka to Wattay International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Vientiane. August is when most people book flights from Osaka to Wattay International Airport (VTE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book an Osaka to VTE flight ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vientiane to range from 23ºC to 42ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Wattay International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Vientiane
Start your Vientiane trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Wattay International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Vientiane when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Pha That Luang followed by Wat Inpeng and COPE Visitor Centre.
Explore more of Laos
Thakhek is just one of the many places in Laos waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vientiane. Around 241 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Sunset Viewpoint, Mekong Riverside View Point and MAG UXO Visitor Centre.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Laos, consider Savannakhet, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Vientiane. Dinosaur Museum, Wat Phochaiyaram and Chinese Temple are among the biggest draws.
