Vientiane to Dhaka

Vientiane to Dhaka

Distance: 1,200 km

Currency: Lao Kip (LAK) and Bangladeshi Taka (BDT)

Language: Lao and Bengali

How to Reach:

• By Flight: There are no direct flights between Vientiane and Dhaka. You can fly from Vientiane to Bangkok and then take a connecting flight to Dhaka.
• By Bus: There are no direct buses between Vientiane and Dhaka. You can take a bus from Vientiane to Bangkok and then take a connecting bus to Dhaka.
• By Train: There are no direct trains between Vientiane and Dhaka. You can take a train from Vientiane to Bangkok and then take a connecting train to Dhaka.

Expenses:

• Flight: Round-trip flight tickets from Vientiane to Dhaka cost around $200-$300.
• Bus: Round-trip bus tickets from Vientiane to Dhaka cost around $50-$100.
• Train: Round-trip train tickets from Vientiane to Dhaka cost around $100-$200.

Best time to go:

The best time to visit Dhaka is during the winter months (November to March) when the weather is mild and pleasant.

What to Eat:

• Pitha: A type of steamed rice cake that is often served with sweet or savory fillings.
• Biryani: A rice dish that is cooked with meat, vegetables, and spices.
• Hilsa: A type of fish that is found in the Bay of Bengal and is considered a delicacy in Bangladesh.

Where to Go:

• Dhaka Old Town: A historic neighborhood that is home to many mosques, temples, and other historical buildings.
• Ahsan Manzil: A 19th-century palace that was once the residence of the Nawab of Dhaka.
• Lalbagh Fort: A 17th-century fort that is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Dhaka.

FA

• What is the visa requirement for Bangladesh?

Citizens of most countries need to obtain a visa to enter Bangladesh. You can apply for a visa online or at your nearest Bangladesh embassy or consulate.

• What is the currency exchange rate?

The currency exchange rate between the Lao Kip and the Bangladeshi Taka is approximately 1 LAK = 1.5 BDT.

• What is the time difference between Vientiane and Dhaka?

Dhaka is 1 hour ahead of Vientiane.