The
best way to enter Bhutan is by Druk Air - Royal Bhutan Airlines. The airport
is in Paro. During monsoons and winter, unpredictable weather forces can
delay flights and travelers should consider including an extra day in their
itinerary. Druk Air is the national carrier of the Royal Government of
Bhutan and operates to following stations:
India
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Delhi,
Kolkota (Calcutta) |
Nepal
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Kathmandu |
Thailand
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Bangkok |
Bangladesh
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Dhaka |
Myanmar: |
Yangon |
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The
nearest Indian airport is Bagdogra, which can be reached by plane from
Kolkata and Delhi. The road from Bagdogra connects to Phuentsholing, a
border town in Bhutan. It is a 3 - 4 hour drive from the airport. It takes
approximately 6 hours from Phuentsholing to Thimphu or Paro.
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