Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to fly to Bhutan, ensuring your journey is as smooth as possible.
1. Understand Bhutan’s Entry Requirements
Bhutan has only one international airport:
3. Find Airlines That Fly to Bhutan
Currently, two Bhutanese airlines operate all international flights:
4. Plan Your Route
Since no flights come directly from Europe, the Americas, Africa, or Oceania, you’ll need a connection through a nearby hub such as:
Because your visa is linked to your tour booking, most travelers:
If you’re already in India, you can enter Bhutan by land through:
Quick Checklist
✅ Book with a licensed Bhutanese tour operator
✅ Confirm visa arrangements
✅ Reserve flights via Druk Air or Bhutan Airlines
✅ Plan extra days for possible delays
✅ Keep travel insurance handy
Visit or contact our offices to find out more information about DrukAir.
1. Understand Bhutan’s Entry Requirements
- Tourism policy – All international visitors (except citizens of India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives) must book their trip through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator or their international partners.
- Visa – Your tour operator will arrange a visa for you after you pay the trip cost, which includes Bhutan’s Sustainable Development Fee (SDF).
- Travel insurance – Required for entry.
Bhutan has only one international airport:
- Paro International Airport (PBH) – Nestled between mountains, it’s one of the world’s most scenic — and challenging — airports to land in.
3. Find Airlines That Fly to Bhutan
Currently, two Bhutanese airlines operate all international flights:
- Druk Air (Royal Bhutan Airlines)
- Bhutan Airlines
- India: Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati, Bagdogra
- Nepal: Kathmandu
- Thailand: Bangkok
- Bangladesh: Dhaka
- Singapore (limited schedule)
4. Plan Your Route
Since no flights come directly from Europe, the Americas, Africa, or Oceania, you’ll need a connection through a nearby hub such as:
- Bangkok (BKK)
- Delhi (DEL)
- Kolkata (CCU)
- Kathmandu (KTM)
- Singapore (SIN)
Because your visa is linked to your tour booking, most travelers:
- Contact a Bhutanese tour operator.
- Select a package (usually all-inclusive: guides, hotels, meals, permits, and transport).
- Have the operator book your Paro flights — easier than doing it yourself since seats can be scarce.
- Baggage allowance – Check your airline; small aircraft mean stricter limits.
- Weather Delays – Mountain weather can cause cancellations, so consider adding buffer days before/after your Bhutan trip.
- Arrive early – Paro’s approaches require daylight, so flights are scheduled in the morning.
If you’re already in India, you can enter Bhutan by land through:
- Phuentsholing (near Siliguri)
- Samdrup Jongkhar (from Assam)
- Gelephu (from Assam)
Quick Checklist
✅ Book with a licensed Bhutanese tour operator
✅ Confirm visa arrangements
✅ Reserve flights via Druk Air or Bhutan Airlines
✅ Plan extra days for possible delays
✅ Keep travel insurance handy
Visit or contact our offices to find out more information about DrukAir.