Rome2Rio

How to get fromXiamen to Laosby plane, train, bus, or car

Find Transport to Laos

See all options

There are 5 ways to get from Xiamen to Laos by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly to Wattay International Airport

    best
    1. Fly from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane plane XMN - VTE
    6h 16m
    $157–478

  2. Train, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Xiamen to Guangzhou Easttrain train
    2. Take the train from Guangzhou to Nanningtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Nanning Tourism Distribution Centre to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Stationbus bus
    4. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Stationbus bus
    2d 5h
    $97–192

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Xiamen to Kunming South Stationtrain train Xiamen
    2. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain train
    24h 7m
    $213–300

  4. Drive  2,232.4 km

    1. Drive from Xiamen to Vientianecar car 2,232.4 km
    26h 15m
    $400–578

  5. Fly to Luang Prabang International Airport

    1. Fly from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane plane XMN - LPQ
    6h 16m
    $177–559

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

Calendar45Weekly Planes
Duration6h 8mAverage Duration
Ticket$157Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Xiamen to Laos.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,783.5 km
  • Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Xiamen, China and Laos?

China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Xiamen to Vientiane via Kunming South Station, Kunming South, and Vientiane station in around 24h 7m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How do I get from Sydney to Melbourne, The beginner’s guide to the 2018 World Nomad Games, and Need to know: Jadrolinija - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Booking & Getting There