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Laos

country · Laos

Overview

Laos is a country in Asia, with its capital at Vientiane.

Key facts

CountryLaos
CurrencyLAK

About the country

Laos lies in Asia.

Its capital is Vientiane.

Practical information

You will pay in LAK (Kip).

The main language spoken is Lao.

Traffic drives on the right.

Getting there

Flying is the usual way to reach Laos. Search live fares with the Find flights link.

Cities in Laos

Bigger destinations to explore in Laos include Vientiane, Savannakhet, Thakhèk, Pakse, Luang Prabang, Muang Xay, Xam Nua, Muang Phônsavan, Pakxan and Sekong. Open any of them for local detail and to build it into a trip.

Exploring the country

To plan Laos, pick a city to land in, then use the globe to string together onward stops by the transport that suits you.

Regions & places

Journeys through here

Where to stay in Laos

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Getting around Laos

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On the map

Sources & method

Data compiled 2026-09-18. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.