Luang Prabang Airport is located 4 kilometers from the center of Luang Prabang in Northern Laos (Lao People’s Democratic Republic).
Luang Prabang International Airport services domestic and international flights from one terminal building.
Several international and domestic airlines operate scheduled flights from Luang Prabang airport, including Bangkok Airways, Lao Airlines and Vietnam Airlines.
Luang Prabang airport terminal provides various services, shopping, restaurant, information, currency exchange, ATM and transportation options.
All of the flights boarded from the gates on the ground floor. In the waiting area, there’s a gift shop, snack bar and a Duty Free store.
When you land at Luang Prabang International Airport, you will be directed towards the customs clearance area. If you’re applying for a visa-on-arrival, you can submit your form, passport, 2 passport photos and application fee to the visa application counter.
Depending on the queue, your application should take a few minutes. Pass through passport control after receiving your visa to collect your luggage. Make sure to keep your baggage stub as an attendant will check if you’ve taken the correct bags before exiting the airport.
The arrival hall has a currency exchange counter – only major currencies and Thai baht are accepted here. You will also find a host of taxis and touts offering you a ride into town.
