Shenzhen to Vientiane (SZX–VTE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SZX–VTE is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines, Donghai Airlines and Lao Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 796 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 4 | 321 | 3h30 | – | – | – |
| DZ Donghai Airlines | 4 | 733 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
| QV Lao Airlines | 1 | 320 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vientiane from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→VTE | HKG→VTE | CAN→VTE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 9 | – | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 30m | 2h 7m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · VTE: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 5:00 PM in Vientiane.
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.
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
SZX–VTE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SZX to VTE
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Wattay International Airport (VTE) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Donghai Airlines and Lao Airlines. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SZX to VTE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to VTE is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 796 miles (1,280 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Don Mueang, Haikou Meilan and Kunming Changshui. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG), Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) and Jieyang (Rongcheng) (SWA).