Getting Into Bhutan
Overview
Travelers to Bhutan have two primary options for entry. They can either book a flight from one of the five countries served by Bhutanese airlines or consider an overland journey. Given the time and effort involved in overland travel, flying to Paro Airport is generally the most convenient option.To simplify your travel to Bhutan and enhance your experience, Bhutan Travel Center offers international flight bookings and can help you find the best route from your country.
Travel By Air
For travelers within Bhutan, three domestic airports provide connectivity: Gelephu in the south, Yonphulla in the east, and Bathpalathang in the central region. Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines are the country’s two carriers, boasting a modern fleet of Airbus A-319 and ATR aircraft to ensure a comfortable trip to Bhutan.
Drukair Flight Routes
Singapore – Paro – Singapore
Bangkok – Paro – Bangkok
Delhi – Paro – Delhi
Dhaka – Paro – Dhaka
Kathmandu – Paro – Kathmandu
Kolkata – Paro – Kolkata
Gaya – Paro – Gaya
Bagdogra – Paro – Bagdogra
Guwahati – Paro – Guwahati Bhutan
Bhutan Airlines Flight Routes:
Bangkok – Paro – Bangkok
Delhi – Paro – Delhi
Kathmandu – Paro – Kathmandu
Kolkata – Paro – Kolkata
Gaya – Paro – Gaya
Domestic Flight Routes within Bhutan
Paro – Gelephu – Paro
Paro – Bumthang – Paro
Paro – Yongphulla – Paro
Travel by Land
• Phuentsholing: This border town connects to Jaigoan, West Bengal. Hasimara is the closest train station, while Bagdogra Airport offers domestic and international flights to Paro, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, and Bangkok. It is a 4-hour drive from Bagdogra to Phuentsholing. It takes around 6 hours to reach Thimphu, the capital, from Phuentsholing.
• Samdrup Jongkhar: borders Guwahati, Assam. This entry point has Guwahati International Airport nearby. The 3-hour drive to Samdrup Jongkhar is followed by a longer journey (minimum 3 days) to Thimphu via the captivating Dzongkhags (districts) of Trashigang, Mongar, Bumthang, Trongsa, and Wangdue Phodrang.
• Gelephu: Located in southern Bhutan, Gelephu offers a distinct travel experience. On this 10-hour journey to Thimphu, you will travel through subtropical areas as well as Bhutan’s alpine zone.
Air Ticketing in Bhutan
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Don’t worry about booking flights – let us handle it! With years of experience, Bhutan Travel Center is one of Bhutan’s top-rated air ticketing agents. We can book international flights to Bhutan and around the world as well as domestic flights within the country. Our dedication to finding the best deals and our excellent service have earned us awards from major airlines.