Flights to Bhutan
Flights are the primary way to enter Bhutan. Two airlines operate services into Paro International Airport , Bhutan’s only international gateway. Known for its dramatic Himalayan approach, Paro is approximately a scenic one-hour drive from Thimphu.
Airlines Serving Bhutan
Flights to Paro are operated by:
- Drukair — Royal Bhutan Airlines: Bhutan’s national flag carrier. Visit the Drukair website
- Bhutan Airlines — Tashi Air: Bhutan’s privately operated airline. Visit the Bhutan Airlines website
You can check schedules and book directly through the airline websites. However, we recommend allowing our team to arrange your Bhutan flights at no additional cost.
Booking through Sokshing Travel allows us to secure and temporarily hold available seats while you finalise your travel plans. Direct online bookings usually require immediate full payment.
International Destinations
The following international routes are currently served or may be operated seasonally.
Drukair — Royal Bhutan Airlines
- India: Delhi, Kolkata, Bagdogra, Guwahati and Gaya
- Nepal: Kathmandu
- Thailand: Bangkok
- Singapore: Singapore Changi Airport
- Bangladesh: Dhaka
- United Arab Emirates: Dubai
Bhutan Airlines — Tashi Air
- India: Delhi and Kolkata
- Nepal: Kathmandu
- Thailand: Bangkok
Domestic Flights in Bhutan
Bhutan’s domestic air network is primarily operated by Drukair and connects Paro with regional destinations across the country.
- Bathpalathang Airport, Bumthang: The main air gateway to central Bhutan’s cultural heartland
- Yonphula Airport: Provides access to Trashigang and eastern Bhutan
- Gelephu Airport: Provides access to southern Bhutan and its subtropical regions
These short scenic flights can reduce long driving times and make it easier to include central, eastern or southern Bhutan in your itinerary.
Overland Entry Options
Travellers may also enter Bhutan by road through authorised border entry points connecting Bhutan with India.
- Phuentsholing: The main western land entry point and a popular option for trips combined with northern or northeastern India
- Samdrup Jongkhar: An eastern entry point suited to itineraries connecting with Assam and other parts of northeast India
Overland travel can provide a more gradual and adventurous introduction to Bhutan, but additional travel time and Indian entry requirements should be considered when planning your journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to fly into Bhutan?
Why is Paro Airport so special—and is it dangerous?
Can weather affect my flight to Bhutan?
Where can I find customs information?
You can find a full, detailed list of prohibited, restricted or declarable items here.
Are there certain things I can’t take out of Bhutan when I leave?
Keeping important antiques and artefacts in Bhutan is a key part of how we preserve our heritage for future generations. We have a law that sets out which artistic, historic, cultural, religious, social, archaeological and technical objects you may not take with you when you leave. To ensure any items you acquire comply with the law, you will need an Export Permit for Non-Antique Artefacts.