Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
Vientiane's timezone is UTC+7, making Vientiane one hour 30 minutes ahead of Mumbai.
To ensure you catch your BOM to VTE flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Wattay International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BOM and VTE:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
$157 is currently the best price for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $312. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOM to VTE if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Wattay International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from BOM to VTE.
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Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Of the flights that depart from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, 61.63% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Mumbai to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is approximately 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near BOM:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Vientiane's main sights.
Booking your ride from Wattay International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
Wattay International Airport to central Vientiane has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Wattay International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vientiane. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Vientiane is April, with temperatures ranging between 73ºF and 108ºF. Lock in your flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Wattay International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 57ºF and 88ºF. Search for cheap tickets from BOM to VTE sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Laos just waiting to be explored. About 290 miles south-east of Vientiane, a visit to Pakse will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Laos, consider Thakhek, about 150 miles east of Vientiane. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are key reasons to visit.
