Vientiane×Kuala Lumpur
Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Vientiane uses the LAK (₭) and Kuala Lumpur uses the MYR (RM). Language shifts too — Lao in Vientiane, English in Kuala Lumpur. Be careful behind the wheel: Vientiane drives on the right, Kuala Lumpur on the left.
- Country
- Laos
- Capital
- Vientiane
- Currency
- Lao kip (LAK · ₭)
- Language
- Lao
- Calling code
- +856
- Drives on
- Right
- Country
- Malaysia
- Capital
- Kuala Lumpur
- Currency
- Malaysian ringgit (MYR · RM)
- Language
- English, Malay
- Calling code
- +60
- Drives on
- Left
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Vientiane and Kuala Lumpur?
Vientiane is 1 hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur. Vientiane runs on GMT+7 and Kuala Lumpur on GMT+8. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 7 hours where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Vientiane from Kuala Lumpur?
About 1,653 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 2h 27m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Vientiane and Kuala Lumpur use?
Vientiane uses the Lao kip (LAK, ₭); Kuala Lumpur uses the Malaysian ringgit (MYR, RM). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Vientiane from Kuala Lumpur?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +856, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Vientiane and Kuala Lumpur?
Vientiane primarily speaks Lao; Kuala Lumpur speaks English, Malay. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Vientiane and Kuala Lumpur drive on the same side of the road?
No. Laos drives on the right, Malaysia on the left. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.