What is the best way to travel from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Chiang Mai from Vientiane?
You can reach Chiang Mai with just £40 by taking a Carpool from Family Service, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Lao Airlines2h 45m011:30Wattay AirportWattay Airport14:15Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Lao Airlines goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 08/02/2026 11:30:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 08/02/2026 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £137 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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Thai AirAsia15h 30m008:05Wattay AirportWattay Airport23:35Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 08/02/2026 08:05:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 08/02/2026 23:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £145 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 30m
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Thai Airways International18h 15m020:30Wattay AirportWattay Airport14:45Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Airways International goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 08/02/2026 20:30:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 09/02/2026 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £252 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 15m
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China Eastern Airlines22h 35m010:05Wattay AirportWattay Airport08:40Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from China Eastern Airlines goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 08/02/2026 10:05:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 09/02/2026 08:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £290 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
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Thai AirAsia4h 25m008:05Wattay AirportWattay Airport12:30Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 10/02/2026 08:05:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 10/02/2026 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £109 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Lao Airlines2h 30m011:45Wattay AirportWattay Airport14:15Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Lao Airlines goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 10/02/2026 11:45:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 10/02/2026 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £135 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Thai Airways International6h 30m013:55Wattay AirportWattay Airport20:25Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Airways International goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 10/02/2026 13:55:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 10/02/2026 20:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £211 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Jeju Air22h 20m001:25Wattay AirportWattay Airport23:45Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Jeju Air goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 10/02/2026 01:25:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 10/02/2026 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £218 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 20m
Cheapest Flights Tuesday
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Family Service15h 0m015:00VientianeSoutchai Office06:00Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0BasicA Car from Family Service goes from Soutchai Office, Vientiane (Laos) at 13/02/2026 15:00:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 14/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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Tara Tour and Travel18h 0m013:30VientianeKhua Din Coach Stop07:30Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Tara Tour and Travel goes from Khua Din Coach Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 13/02/2026 13:30:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 14/02/2026 07:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?
You can get to Chiang Mai from Vientiane in just 2h 30m with a Flight from Lao Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Lao Airlines2h 45m011:30Wattay AirportWattay Airport14:15Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Lao Airlines goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 08/02/2026 11:30:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 08/02/2026 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £137 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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Thai AirAsia15h 30m008:05Wattay AirportWattay Airport23:35Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 08/02/2026 08:05:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 08/02/2026 23:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £145 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 30m
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Thai Airways International18h 15m020:30Wattay AirportWattay Airport14:45Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Airways International goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 08/02/2026 20:30:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 09/02/2026 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £252 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 15m
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Tiger Airways22h 30m012:35Wattay AirportWattay Airport11:05Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Tiger Airways goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 08/02/2026 12:35:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 09/02/2026 11:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £381 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m
Fastest Flights Sunday
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Lao Airlines2h 30m011:45Wattay AirportWattay Airport14:15Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Lao Airlines goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 10/02/2026 11:45:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 10/02/2026 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £135 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Thai AirAsia4h 25m008:05Wattay AirportWattay Airport12:30Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 10/02/2026 08:05:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 10/02/2026 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £109 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Thai Airways International6h 30m013:55Wattay AirportWattay Airport20:25Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Airways International goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 10/02/2026 13:55:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 10/02/2026 20:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £211 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Skyscanner19h 20m001:05Wattay AirportWattay Airport20:25Chiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Wattay Airport, Wattay Airport (Laos) at 10/02/2026 01:05:00 to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 10/02/2026 20:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £238 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
Fastest Flights Tuesday
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Family Service15h 0m015:00VientianeSoutchai Office06:00Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0BasicA Car from Family Service goes from Soutchai Office, Vientiane (Laos) at 13/02/2026 15:00:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 14/02/2026 06:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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Tara Tour and Travel18h 0m013:30VientianeKhua Din Coach Stop07:30Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Tara Tour and Travel goes from Khua Din Coach Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 13/02/2026 13:30:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 14/02/2026 07:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
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Bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai
What are the most popular stations in Vientiane and Chiang Mai?
In Vientiane, you will usually depart from Southern Bus Station, Vientiane-Tai Busbahnhof Train Station or Soutchai Office, while in Chiang Mai you will be arriving at Bus Terminal 1 (Chang Phueak Bus Terminal), Central Station or Arcade Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chiang Mai from Vientiane? With 4 connections between Flight, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Vientiane and Chiang Mai, you can pay as low as £40 with a Carpool from Family Service.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Lao Airlines: you will get to Chiang Mai in just 2h 30m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Vientiane and Chiang Mai are Lao Airlines, Thai AirAsia and Thai Airways International, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Vientiane and Chiang Mai is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Si Chiang Mai or to Chiang Mai Airport, and look at flights from Wattay Airport, and landing at Chiang Mai Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?
The most popular companies between Vientiane and Chiang Mai, are Lao Airlines, Thai AirAsia and Thai Airways International. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Tara Tour and Travel
Airlines: Lao Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International and 4 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Vientiane to Chiang Mai
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Vientiane to Chiang Mai. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Vientiane to Chiang Mai
How can I reach Chiang Mai from Vientiane?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Flight, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Chiang Mai from Vientiane.
How far is Chiang Mai from Vientiane?
The distance between Vientiane and Chiang Mai is 394.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Vientiane and Chiang Mai?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 67 kgs, and a flight 97 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?
You can get to Chiang Mai with just £40 by taking a Carpool from Family Service.
What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chiang Mai in just 2h 30m with a Flight from Lao Airlines.
More routes to Vientiane and to Chiang Mai
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Vientiane and to Chiang Mai. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
