How to Get from Luang Prabang to Luang Prabang

The most convenient option to get from Luang Prabang to Luang Prabang is by taxi. And the cheapest way to get one is through the local taxi-hailing app called Loca. Rates start from and the trip to your hotel takes about . Another option is to take an airport taxi. You can find the taxi counters near the exits of the arrival hall. They're more expensive, though, with fares from [price 320,000 LAK]. The price is fixed depending on where your hotel is located. Most hotels offer airport pickup for the same price as an airport taxi, so you can also consider arranging this with your accommodation beforehand.

Pre-book your private transfer

If you prefer to have your private transport waiting for you as soon as you arrive, you can book in advance through BookAway. Rates start from [price 27.50 USD] for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s about [price 9.17 USD] per person.

The tuk-tuk is a more local way to get from Luang Prabang to Luang Prabang. It used to be the cheapest option for this route. But nowadays, it's often the same price (or sometimes even more expensive) than Loca. Rates for the 20-minute tuk-tuk ride between the city centre and Luang Prabang Airport cost around [price 100,000 LAK]. That's a pretty standard rate for this route. So in case the driver tries to give you a much higher rate, it's time to bring out your haggling skills. Note that you cannot find tuk-tuks inside the airport premises. You have to go outside the gates of Luang Prabang Airport to find one. Also, keep in mind that Laotian tuk-tuks don't provide much legroom.

Shared minivans are widely available at Luang Prabang International Airport. However, we don't really see the advantage of taking one. A shared minivan ride costs per person, the same price you would pay for a Loca taxi or a tuk-tuk — both private transfers. But in case there are no cheap private transfers available on the day of your trip, it's worth knowing that shared minivans are available just outside the arrivals hall. Travel time is , depending on your drop-off point. For more details on getting around Laos, visa requirements, and the best places to visit, check out our complete Laos travel guide.