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How to get from Luang Prabang to Pakse

Travel the 940 kilometre (584 miles) distance from Luang Prabang to Pakse with the best transport options available. We’ll guide you through the duration, cost, and comfort of each option — and show you where to book your tickets.

Written by Maarten - Trip Planning ExpertReviewed by Ela - Senior Travel Writer

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Why visit Pakse?

Pakse is a transport hub and gateway to southern Laos. Its strategic location, comfortable accommodations and tour offerings make it a convenient basecamp for travellers visiting the nearby Bolaven Plateau and Wat Phu.

Admittedly, there is not much to do in this riverside town. But if you’re looking for a relaxing yet strategic place to take some time off, then your best choice in the south is Pakse. Walk around town, visit some temples, explore the local markets, or just sample traditional Lao dishes.

How to get from Luang Prabang to Pakse?

The flight is the only suitable way for travellers to cross the distance of 940 kilometre (584 miles) from Luang Prabang to Pakse. The journey takes around 1 hour 40 minutes, and ticket prices start from $100 (2,214,000 LAK).

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Duration

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Transport Options

Flight

1h 40m

From $100 (2,214,000 LAK)

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Luang Prabang to Pakse by Flight

Duration: 1h 40m

Costs: $100 (2,214,000 LAK)

Duration: 1h 40m

Costs: $100 (2,214,000 LAK)

Taking the flight from Luang Prabang to Pakse takes around 1 hour 40 minutes. This means you won’t waste 1.5 days travelling and have more time to explore Pakse. The only downside of flying is the cost. A one-way flight starts at $100 (2,214,000 LAK).

Most flights are operated by Lao Airlines but be informed that there is only one direct flight per day.

The other flights will make a stopover in Vientiane before continuing the journey to Luang Prabang. Even including the stopover, this option is still much faster than travelling the entire journey by bus.

The city centre is about a 15-minute taxi ride from the airport in Pakse. Expect to pay around $7 (152,000 LAK). To check the latest schedules and to book your flight, you can click on the button below.

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TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.

Rounding it up

We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Luang Prabang to Pakse. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Luang Prabang to Pakse

What is the distance from Luang Prabang to Pakse?

The distance from Luang Prabang to Pakse is 940 kilometre (584 miles).

What is the fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Pakse?

The fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Pakse is by flight and takes 1 hour 40 minutes.

What is the cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Pakse?

The cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Pakse is by flight with ticket costs starting from $100 (2,214,000 LAK).

About the author(s)

Maarten

Based in Bali, Maarten’s passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you’ll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.

Ela

Ela is a storyteller, content producer, solo traveller and a mermaid-in-training. When she’s not in front of her laptop, you will find her barefoot and living her best tan on some island in the Philippines… Or exploring the depths of its seas as a budding freediver. An island girl at heart, she’ll be happy anywhere there is sea, sand, sun and coffee.