Travelling from Bangkok to Paro Airport (PBH): What you need to know
Bangkok has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Paro Airport (PBH) heading out from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
3 hours 15 minutes is the average duration of a direct Bangkok to Paro Airport flight.
Paro Airport is located in Paro. The city runs on the UTC+6 timezone and is one hour behind Bangkok.
Take your pick of 6 direct services a week between Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Paro Airport (PBH). This is the most popular route, with Drukair offering a 5am departure from BKK to PBH.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Bangkok to PBH. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Paro Airport (PBH) take off from this terminal.
Drukair is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Bangkok to Paro Airport jetting out of BKK.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Drukair between BKK and PBH.
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Paro Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
67.87% of flights leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
DMK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Bangkok to PBH flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Paro Airport (PBH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Paro Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PBH instead:
Getting from Paro Airport (PBH) to central Paro
Paro Airport to central Paro is about 0.16 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Paro Airport (PBH)
P18,572 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Paro Airport. Return flights start at P38,229. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Snap up cheap flights from Bangkok to PBH by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for landing cheap Bangkok to Paro Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Paro Airport (PBH)
October is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Paro Airport (PBH). Plan your visit to Paro in April for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Bangkok to PBH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Paro, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Paro Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paro
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Paro Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paro:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Paro Taktsang, Tiger's Nest Hiking Trail and Tiger nest Bhutan are essential stops on your Paro itinerary.
Explore more of Bhutan
You've seen Paro, now it's time to discover other corners of Bhutan. Travel around 225 kilometres east to Samdrup Jongkhar to check off its popular sights. From The Holy Statue Of Guru Rinpoche to MONASTERY Samdrup Jongkhar and GREF Mandir, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Bhutan, consider Jakar, about 129 kilometres east of Paro. Jakar Dzong, Tamshing Lhakhang and Ogyen Choling Palace Museum are among its highlights.