With a population of 47 378, Luang Prabang is the largest city in Louangphabang, Laos by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Luang Prabang deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Luang Prabang in May, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 35 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 13 °C, with an average temperature of 20 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 290 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Luang Prabang, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
When flying to Luang Prabang, you’ll arrive at Luang Prabang (LPQ), which is located 3 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Luang Prabang from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 11h 05m.
The most popular bus station is Luang Prabang Luang Prabang North Bus Station, located 2.5 km from the city centre of Luang Prabang. Luang Prabang Luang Prabang South Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 km from the city centre.
From 5-star hotels such as the Satri House Hotel to great affordable options like the Villa Namkhan River, Luang Prabang offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 4,488 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 15,105 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nocknoy Lanexang Guest House and Villa Oudomlith.
Expect to pay ₹ 126 per litre in Luang Prabang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,510 and ₹ 2,013. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Luang Prabang, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.