Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport is the main gateway to Bhutan for travellers from East Asia, Europe, Australia and the Americas. Both Bhutanese airlines fly from Bangkok to Paro: Drukair runs non-stop flights and one-stop flights via Guwahati or Bagdogra in India, and Bhutan Airlines runs a non-stop service.
Drukair Bangkok–Paro Schedule
| Flight | Route | Days | Departs | Arrives |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KB153 | Bangkok → Paro (non-stop) | Tue | 05:00 | 07:15 |
| KB153 | Bangkok → Paro (non-stop) | Thu, Sun | 06:00 | 08:15 |
| KB151 | Bangkok → Paro (non-stop) | Fri | 13:10 | 15:25 |
| KB141 | Bangkok → Guwahati → Paro | Mon, Fri | 06:00 | 09:35 |
| KB131 | Bangkok → Bagdogra → Paro | Tue, Sat | 07:30 | 11:00 |
| Flight | Route | Days | Departs | Arrives |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KB150 | Paro → Bangkok (non-stop) | Fri | 08:00 | 12:10 |
| KB152 | Paro → Bangkok (non-stop) | Tue, Sat | 16:20 | 20:30 |
| KB140 | Paro → Guwahati → Bangkok | Thu, Sun | 16:20 | 21:50 |
| KB130 | Paro → Bagdogra → Bangkok | Mon, Fri | 16:20 | 22:00 |
Days and times are from Drukair's November 2026 schedule and change through the year. Always check the current schedule on drukair.com.bt before you book.
Bhutan Airlines From Bangkok
Bhutan Airlines also flies between Bangkok and Paro, usually non-stop with an early-morning departure from Bangkok and an afternoon flight back. Check the days and times for your dates on bhutanairlines.bt, as its schedule changes by season.
Flight Time From Bangkok to Paro
The non-stop flight from Bangkok to Paro takes about 3 hours 15 minutes (Bangkok is one hour ahead of Bhutan). Flights with a stop in Guwahati or Bagdogra take about 4.5 hours.
Connecting in Bangkok
Many Bangkok–Paro flights leave between 5:00 and 7:30 in the morning, so most travellers arriving on a long-haul flight spend a night near Suvarnabhumi first. This also protects you if your long-haul flight is late. Your Bhutan flight is usually on a separate ticket, so the airline that brought you to Bangkok won't rebook you if you miss it.
On the way home, the afternoon flights from Paro arrive in Bangkok in the evening, in time for many overnight long-haul departures, but a night in Bangkok is the safer choice.
How to Book
Book directly with the airline: Drukair and Bhutan Airlines both sell tickets online, with online check-in and booking management. Book Bangkok–Paro and Paro–Bangkok on the same airline if you can, to make changes easier.
We don't book flights for our clients. Choose your flights first (or hold a booking), send us the dates, and we plan the tour around your arrival and departure in Paro. Our guide meets you at the airport.
Paro airport only operates in daylight and in good visibility (Department of Air Transport), so weather can delay flights, especially in the monsoon. Leave a buffer between your Bhutan flight and any long-haul connection, ideally a night.
Sort Out Your Visa and SDF Before You Fly
You cannot fly to Paro without a Bhutan visa approval. Everyone except Indian, Bangladeshi and Maldivian nationals needs one. The visa costs US$40 and is issued online once your trip and the Sustainable Development Fee (US$100 per person per night, set until 31 August 2027) are paid (Department of Tourism). If you travel with us, we apply for the visa and pay the SDF for you; you show the approval letter at check-in and receive the visa stamp on arrival in Paro.
International visitors must also have a licensed guide for the whole stay, so book your tour before your flights are final. See our Bhutan visa guide and Bhutan tours and holidays.
Sample Connection Plan
| Day | Plan |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Long-haul flight to Bangkok, arriving in the afternoon or evening. Night at an airport hotel. |
| Day 2 | Early flight Bangkok → Paro (e.g. KB153 06:00, arriving 08:15). Meet your guide and start sightseeing in Paro or drive to Thimphu. |
| Last day | Afternoon flight Paro → Bangkok, then a night in Bangkok or a late long-haul flight home. |
See our Bhutan tours and holidays for itineraries, and the guides to flights from the USA, from Singapore and from Hong Kong.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Bhutan?
About 3 hours 15 minutes non-stop from Bangkok to Paro. Flights that stop in Guwahati or Bagdogra take about 4.5 hours.
Which airlines fly from Bangkok to Bhutan?
Drukair and Bhutan Airlines. Drukair runs non-stop and one-stop flights; Bhutan Airlines runs a non-stop service.
Do I need to stay overnight in Bangkok before flying to Bhutan?
Usually, yes. Most Bangkok–Paro flights leave early in the morning, and your Bhutan flight is normally on a separate ticket, so a night near Suvarnabhumi protects you from long-haul delays.
How often are there flights from Bangkok to Paro?
Drukair alone had flights on most days of the week in its November 2026 schedule, mixing non-stop and one-stop routes. Bhutan Airlines adds more. Check both airlines' schedules for your dates.