Changsha (Changsha) to Vientiane (CSX–VTE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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QV856
QV Lao
32A
6:10 PM
CST
7:25 PM
+07
2h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
QV855
QV Lao
32A
1:50 PM
+07 TI
5:05 PM
CST
2h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Changsha (Changsha) to Vientiane
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 977 mi 2h 15m nonstop -1h behind 20 1-stop hubs

CSX–VTE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Lao Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 977 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CSX–VTE service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
QV Lao Airlines 3 32A 2h15
Aircraft on this route
32A Airbus A320 – QV
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: QV (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CSX to VTE direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
4
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CSX to VTE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
826
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Vientiane is 1 hour behind Changsha (Changsha).
CSX: CST · VTE: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha), it's 5:00 PM in Vientiane.
Distance & Flight Time
977 mi / 1,571 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 15m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Laos for tourism stays of up to 30 days. The VOA is available at major airports and land border crossings, including the Boten crossing from China. Two passport-size photos and USD cash are required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date. One 30-day extension can be arranged at the immigration office in Vientiane.

Getting to CSX

Changsha Metro Line 6 connects the city centre (Changsha South Railway Station interchange) to the airport in 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. The metro operates from roughly 06:30 to 23:00. Airport shuttle buses depart from major hotels and the railway station for CNY 20.DiDi and taxis run from the city centre for CNY 80–130 depending on traffic; the airport is about 25 km east of the city. Driving via G60 Shanghai–Kunming Expressway with dedicated airport exit takes 35–50 minutes in normal conditions.

CSX–VTE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Changsha (Changsha) to Vientiane route.
Route details
Distance977 mi / 1,571 km
Flight time2h 15m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 4 return
1-stop connections20 hubs
Origin: CSX
IATA / ICAOCSX / ZGHA
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation217 ft / 66 m
Destination: VTE
IATA / ICAOVTE / VLVT
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Elevation564 ft / 172 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CSX to VTE flights.
Nonstop flights from Changsha Huanghua International Airport to Wattay International Airport take approximately 2h 15m. The route covers 977 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Lao Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from CSX to VTE. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through WUX, HKG, KUL, HAK, BKK, NTG, HGH, CAN, ICN, PVG, HAN, TFU, SWA, CKG, FOC, KMG, NGB, DMK, NNG and CZX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Vientiane is 1 hour behind Changsha (Changsha).
Yes, return flights from VTE to CSX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CSX to VTE

Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) and Wattay International Airport (VTE) are connected by nonstop service from Lao Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CSX to VTE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CSX to VTE ranges from 2 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 977 miles (1,571 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 7 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via WUX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.