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Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ)
Luang Phabang International Airport is an international airport serving Luang Phabang (Louangphabang Province), Laos. Its IATA code is LPQ and its ICAO code is VLLB. It has one runway, 2,500 m long.
- IATALPQ
- ICAOVLLB
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- LPQ
- ICAO code
- VLLB
- City
- Luang Phabang
- Region / province
- Louangphabang Province
- Country / territory
- Laos
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 19.9043° N, 102.1672° E
- Elevation
- 291 m (955 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Vientiane (UTC+07:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 2,500 m (8,202 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 2,500 m8,202 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
769 km
Direct flight: ≈ 1 h 30 min
Hanoi (HAN)
406 km
Direct flight: ≈ 1 h
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
1,119 km
Direct flight: ≈ 1 h 55 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 118.500 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Air freight to and from Luang Phabang International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Luang Phabang through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Laos
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bokeo International Airport | BOR | 214 km |
| Wattay International Airport | VTE | 218 km |
| Pakse International Airport | PKZ | 654 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Luang Phabang International Airport?
The IATA code of Luang Phabang International Airport is LPQ and its ICAO code is VLLB. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Luang Phabang International Airport located?
Luang Phabang International Airport is in Luang Phabang, Louangphabang Province, Laos, at coordinates 19.9043° N, 102.1672° E and an elevation of 291 m (955 ft).
How far is Luang Phabang International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Luang Phabang International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 1,119 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 406 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 769 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 1 h 55 min.
How long is the runway at Luang Phabang International Airport?
The longest runway at Luang Phabang International Airport is 2,500 m (8,202 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Luang Phabang International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.