Getting Into Bhutan

The entry into the kingdom in itself is a part of the experience. Currently, Bhutan is easily accessible by air or land. Bhutan has several flight routes in Southeast Asia, as well as an overland route from one of the three Indian states that border Bhutan, a possibility recommended ONLY for those exploring India. At Drukyul Delights, we find the most efficient flight for you, ensuring your travel is seamless from your point of origin to your arrival in Paro. Your bespoke Bhutan trip starts with the perfect flight.

Getting into Bhutan

By Air: The air journey is considered one of the most scenic flight experiences and also the most convenient way to reach Bhutan. Actually, your adventure to Bhutan begins before you arrive, offering views of the world’s highest peaks. Two airlines operate flights to Bhutan, Druk-Air and Bhutan Airlines.

Under the banner "Druk-Air", this national carrier operates flights to Paro Bhutan from Bangkok in Thailand, Delhi, Kolkata, Bodh Gaya, Guwahati and Mumbai in India, Kathmandu in Nepal, Dhaka in Bangladesh and Changi in Singapore, among others.

Royal Bhutan Airlines

Bhutan Airlines

By Land: Selecting the right connection is crucial for a seamless trip. You can enter Bhutan by land from India, another way to get into Bhutan. The three official ground entry points are Phuentsholing, Samdrup Jongkhar and Gelephu. These small towns can serve only as transit destinations and do not have many activities for you to engage with. We recommend these routes for an overland journey only if you are combining your Bhutan trip with India.

Bhutan Airlines, a privately owned airline company, operates two aircraft with a capacity of 126 passengers, including 12 business class seats and 114 economy class seats. The airline operates daily flights from Bangkok to Paro via Kolkata and three flights a week from Delhi via Kathmandu.

Phuentsholing in the south west of Bhutan is approximately 170 km away from the Indian National airport in Baghdogra to the border town, and to the capital city is another 4-hour drive through the subtropical regions.

Gelephu in south-central Bhutan is another point of entry into Bhutan for visitors. It is approximately 250 km from the capital city, Thimphu, which takes about 8 hours, crossing three districts of Bhutan

Samdrup Jongkhar, in eastern Bhutan, borders the Indian state of Assam. It is approximately 150 km from the capital of Assam, Guwahati airport. This route will take you through the regions, crossing the east, covering about 700 km and will take at least 3 days to get to the capital city.