Which airport should I fly into for Savannakhet?

For long-haul and international flights, Pakse International Airport (PKZ) is the main gateway near Savannakhet. The closest airport, Thakhek Airport (THK), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Savannakhet?

The nearest is about 57 mi (92 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Savannakhet?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Savannakhet

The closest airports to Savannakhet, LA: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Savannakhet, LA is Thakhek Airport (THK), about 57 mi (92 km) away — roughly 1 hr 43 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Pakse International Airport (PKZ).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
THK	Thakhek AirportThakhek, Laos	57 mi / 92 km	1 hr 43 min	Regional
UBP	Ubon Ratchathani AirportUbon Ratchathani, Thailand	91 mi / 147 km	2 hr 7 min	Regional
PKZ	Pakse International AirportPakse, Laos	121 mi / 194 km	2 hr 48 min	International
VNA	Saravane AirportSaravane, Laos	124 mi / 200 km	2 hr 53 min	Regional
KKC	Khon Kaen AirportKhon Kaen, Thailand	131 mi / 211 km	3 hr 3 min	Regional
VDH	Dong Hoi AirportDong Hoi, Vietnam	137 mi / 221 km	3 hr 12 min	Regional
UTH	Udon Thani AirportUdon Thani, Thailand	142 mi / 229 km	3 hr 18 min	Regional
VII	Vinh AirportVinh, Vietnam	162 mi / 260 km	3 hr 45 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Thakhek Airport (THK) is the most convenient at about 57 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Pakse International Airport (PKZ) (121 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Savannakhet. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with THK.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near THK saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Savannakhet is Thakhek Airport (THK), about 57 mi (92 km) away — roughly 1 hr 43 min by road.