Travel Info
Paro International Airport is the only international airport in Bhutan.
The two airlines operating in Bhutan are:
1.Druk Air
2.Bhutan Airlines
Bhutan Airlines flight schedule
International destinations
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India
- Delhi
- Kolkata
- Bagdogra
- Guwahati
- Bodhgaya
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Bangladesh
- Dhaka
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Thailand
- Bangkok
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Thailand
- Singapore
Domestic Destinations
- Youngphula, Trashigang (Eastern Bhutan)
- Bathpalathang, Bumthang (Central Bhutan)
- Gelephu (Southern Bhutan)
Travel by land
Phuentsholing and Samdrup Jongkhar is the only land border areas open for international tourists. The town of Phuentsholing is located approximately 170 km east of the Indian national airport Bagdogra. After crossing Phuentsholing, your journey then begins with mountainous climb through endless turns and hair-pin bends until you enter Thimphu, the capital city. The travel time for the 176 km stretch can be more than 6 hours. Samdrup Jongkhar is the only entry point in eastern Bhutan. The town borders the Indian district of Darranga, Assam, and is approximately 150 kms away from Guwahati, the capital city of Assam. The journey from Guwahati is about three hours. Entry through Samdrup Jongkhar will take you to Trashigang, the largest District in the country, and from there over the lateral route to Mongar, Bumthang, Trongsa, Wangduephodrang and then finally into the capital town of Thimphu. The distance is about 700 km and will take you a minimum of three days to reach Thimphu.
Travel Info
The easiest way for visitors to enter Bhutan is by air. Bhutan has two carriers - Druk Air and Bhutan Air. The pilots are specially trained and internationally licensed for mountain flying. Both the airlines have an impeccable safety record, without a single mishap since its inception. On clear days the flight to Bhutan offers spectacular views of the Great Himalayas, Mt Everest, Mt Kanchenjunga, Jumolhari, and Kula Gangri, and you can also catch a glimpse of the Great Tibetan Plateau and its grandeur stretching in the distance. Taktsa Tours and Treks will book your tickets well in advance to avoid the last minute rush during the peak seasons without the added commission that outside travel agents charge. To do this you need to confirm your trip, especially during the rush of spring and autumn festivals, at least 4 weeks in advance.