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12 h 54 min
899 km.
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Kunming, China → Luang Prabang, Laos

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kunming to Luang Prabang

Composite routes from Kunming to Luang Prabang

Cheapest
12 h 54 min
Car
899 km.
from $49
Fastest
1 h 33 min
Plane
Other
13 h 2 min
Bus, Train
575 km.
from $59.66
8 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
575 km.
from $87.13
8 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
575 km.
from $143.65

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Sichuan Airlines
Website
Shanghai Airlines
Website
Lao Airlines
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
1h 35m
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
$63.61–$114.50
Sichuan Airlines
Website
1h 40m
Every day
$120.86–$152.67
Shanghai Airlines
Website
1h 5m
Every day
$63.61–$120.86
Lao Airlines
Website
1h 40m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$127.23–$318.06
Bus operators
Found: 1
China Bus Guide
Website
China Bus Guide
Website
9h
Twice daily
$47.75
[email protected]
Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Laos - China Railway
Website
Laos - China Railway
Website
7h 41m
Once daily
$21.63–$139.95

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang is to bus and train which costs $54.35 - $173.91 and takes 13h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 .

How far is it from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Kunming and Luang Prabang is 613 km. The road distance is 993.2 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 9h 9m and costs $23.91 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Train or fly from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23.91 - $130.43 and takes 9h 9m.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Luang Prabang?

Luang Prabang is 1h behind Kunming. It is currently 23:28 in Kunming and 22:28 in Luang Prabang.

Can I drive from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Luang Prabang is 993 km. It takes approximately 11h 49m to drive from Kunming to Luang Prabang.

Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 311+ hotels available in Luang Prabang. Prices start at $17.68 per night.
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