Chengdu (Jianyang) to Vientiane (TFU–VTE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
TFU–VTE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 860 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 7 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vientiane from Chengdu (Jianyang)
| Metric | TFU→VTE | CKG→VTE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TFU | – | 139 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 13 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
TFU: CST · VTE: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), 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.
Metro Line 18 is the fastest and cheapest way out. The express service skips intermediate stops and reaches TFU from Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10). The all-stop service takes 50 minutes for the same fare. From Tianfu Square, expect a transfer and a total of about CNY 30. Trains run from 6:00 to 23:00.
Airport buses cover five routes including Chunxi Road (Line 1), Jinsha Bus Hub (Line 2), and Chengdu East Railway Station (Line 4). Day fare is a flat CNY 15; night service (23:30 to 6:00) costs CNY 25. Lines 1, 2, and 3 run 24 hours. Taxis from Tianfu Square cost CNY 180-260 during the day and take 45-60 minutes via the expressway. DiDi ride-hail runs CNY 90-130 from pickup lanes on the east side of the arrivals hall.
TFU–VTE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TFU to VTE
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Wattay International Airport (VTE) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TFU to VTE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TFU to VTE is about 2 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 860 miles (1,384 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 11 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kunming Changshui, Xishuangbanna Gasa and Haikou Meilan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chongqing (CKG).