Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. To look at all your options, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Suvarnabhumi Airport is a popular stopover on the MEL to LPQ route.
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Laos. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organising your cheap ticket from MEL to LPQ, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport is ر.ق. 1,128. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,773. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap flight tickets from MEL to LPQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport takes around 42 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Got an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LPQ instead:
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. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 9 minutes.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Luang Prabang based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Luang Prabang is April, with temperatures ranging between 19 ºC and 41 ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to LPQ in January. Average temperatures are between 10 ºC and 30 ºC then.
More about Luang Prabang
After locking in your flights from MEL to LPQ, you'll want to find a place to stay in Luang Prabang. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Mount Phousi and Royal Palace Museum are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Luang Prabang must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wat Xieng Thong.
Complete your Luang Prabang trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Luang Prabang International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Luang Prabang.
