We understand you’re raring to hit the highway, but it pays to know a few things about where you’re headed! Here are some basic details about Vientiane Airport (VTE-Wattay Intl.).Once you’ve claimed your belongings from the carousel at Vientiane Airport (VTE-Wattay Intl.), get ready to hop into the driver’s seat of your rental car and make your way into Vientiane. The downtown area is about 3 miles east of the airport terminal.