Ask a Bengaluru friend how to reach Bhutan and you'll hear a confident “just fly to Paro.” Then they open a booking app, search BLR to PBH, and find nothing. There is no nonstop flight from Bangalore to Bhutan, and no single ticket that covers the whole trip either. That small surprise is the reason this guide exists.
Think of the journey as two halves. The first half is yours: a domestic flight from Bengaluru to a gateway city, then a short hop on a Drukair or Bhutan Airlines jet into the Paro valley. The second half is ours: from the moment you land, a guide, a private car, your hotels, breakfast and dinner, permits and the government's daily fee are already arranged. Below you'll find how to handle both halves. We've kept prices off this page on purpose, because they move with the season, the hotels and the size of your group, and a written quote against your real dates is more use to you than a number that may not apply.
The short answer
Bangalore to Bhutan tour package via Paro: there is no nonstop Bangalore–Paro flight. You fly from Bengaluru (BLR) to Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati or Bagdogra, then take a Drukair or Bhutan Airlines flight into Paro (PBH), Bhutan's only international airport. The package covers everything after you land: hotels, guide, private car, breakfast and dinner, permits and the Sustainable Development Fee. Airfare is booked separately. Plan four to seven nights in Bhutan, plus a travel day at each end.
- Kolkata is the usual connection, Delhi the dependable backup. Guwahati and Bagdogra suit you only when their Paro flight days match your dates.
- Paro flights operate in daylight only, so an overnight in the gateway city is safer than a same-day dash.
- No visa, but the right ID matters. Carry a passport or an original voter ID. Aadhaar is not accepted.
- Every itinerary here starts and ends in Paro, with Tiger's Nest on Day 2 and your last night close to the airport.
- Confirm package dates first, then buy flights. Paro seats and festival-week hotels both sell out early.
Why Fly Into Paro? What “Via Paro” Means for a Bangalore Trip
Bhutan has exactly one international airport, and it sits in the Paro valley at roughly 2,235 metres above sea level. Every traveller arriving by air, whether from Bangalore, Bangkok or Dhaka, lands on the same single runway, threaded between ridgelines. Only specially trained pilots fly the approach, and only in daylight and workable weather, which is part of why a Paro arrival feels like an event rather than a transfer.
“Via Paro” therefore means one simple thing: your Bhutan trip begins and ends at that airport. The alternative is entering by road through Phuentsholing, Gelephu or Samdrup Jongkhar. For someone starting in Bengaluru, road entry still means flying to Bagdogra or Guwahati first, then giving up most of a day to a border-town drive before Bhutan has properly begun. Flying into Paro swaps that road day for a short flight and puts you in the valley with much of the day still ahead of you.
| Fly into Paro | Enter by road | |
|---|---|---|
| How it starts | Domestic flight to a gateway city, then a short hop into Paro | Domestic flight to Bagdogra or Guwahati, then several hours by road to a border town |
| Sightseeing starts | Often on arrival day | Often the day after |
| Best for | First-time visitors, families, senior travellers and short leave windows | Travellers adding Darjeeling, Sikkim or Assam, or heading to eastern Bhutan |
| Main risk | Paro flights are weather-sensitive and run on selected days | Long mountain drives, plus busy border offices at weekends and on holidays |
Neither option is wrong. The land borders work well for travellers who want to add Darjeeling, Sikkim or eastern Bhutan. But if you are counting leave days in Bengaluru, arriving by air is the more forgiving choice, and it is the one a Bangalore to Bhutan tour package via Paro is built around.
Bangalore to Paro: The Four Flight Routes That Actually Work
Whichever gateway city you choose, the mechanics are the same. You buy one ticket from Bangalore's Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to the gateway on an Indian airline, and a separate ticket from the gateway to Paro on Drukair or Bhutan Airlines. What changes from route to route is how many hours you lose and how many days a week the Paro leg actually flies.
Bangalore → Kolkata → Paro
Most practical- Bangalore leg
- Around 2 hr 45 min, with plenty of nonstops through the day.
- Paro leg
- Roughly 1 hr 15–30 min; operates on selected days each week.
- Why it works
- Lots of evening arrivals from Bangalore, so you can sleep near the airport and take the Paro flight fresh. Kolkata is where many Bhutan-bound Indian travellers connect.
- Watch for
- Choose your Bhutan start date around the Kolkata–Paro flight days, not the other way round.
Bangalore → Delhi → Paro
Frequent Paro service- Bangalore leg
- Around 2 hr 55 min; nonstops all day.
- Paro leg
- About 2 hr 15–30 min; usually the most frequent of the four schedules.
- Why it works
- When Kolkata days don't line up with your dates, Delhi usually does. Handy if you are also stopping in North India.
- Watch for
- Longer total travel time. Winter fog (December–January) can disrupt Delhi departures, so leave a wider buffer.
Bangalore → Guwahati → Paro
Shortest Paro hop- Bangalore leg
- Around 3 hr 15 min; nonstop options exist on several airlines.
- Paro leg
- Under an hour; flies on a limited number of days each week.
- Why it works
- A very short final hop, and a natural fit if you want to add Kaziranga or Meghalaya before Bhutan.
- Watch for
- Fewest Paro flight days of the four, so your dates become the constraint.
Bangalore → Bagdogra → Paro
Best with Darjeeling or Sikkim- Bangalore leg
- About 3 hr when a nonstop is operating; otherwise expect one connection.
- Paro leg
- About 50 minutes; limited days each week.
- Why it works
- Makes sense mainly if your plan already includes Darjeeling, Gangtok or Kalimpong before you cross into Bhutan.
- Watch for
- Extra connection risk on the Bangalore leg, plus limited weekly Paro flights.
| Route | Flying time, approx. (no layover) | Choose it if |
|---|---|---|
| Bangalore → Kolkata → Paro | About 4 hours | You want the most straightforward option |
| Bangalore → Delhi → Paro | About 5 hours | Kolkata flight days don't fit, or you are adding North India |
| Bangalore → Guwahati → Paro | About 4 hours | You are combining Assam or Meghalaya and the Paro flight day matches |
| Bangalore → Bagdogra → Paro | About 4 hours (nonstop); longer with a connection | You are adding Darjeeling or Sikkim first |
Times are approximate and exclude layovers. Bhutanese carriers revise their schedules by season, so check the current timetable before choosing dates. Details last reviewed in September 2026.
Two tickets, one journey: what to sort out
- Bags may not travel through. With two separate bookings your checked bags usually come off at the gateway and go back on for the Paro flight, so leave enough time for that.
- Leave a real buffer. A gap of four to six hours is the minimum we would trust between the two flights. An overnight in the gateway city is better.
- Carry a passport if you have one. A voter ID is accepted for entry, but a passport is the smoother document at airline check-in.
- Book the Paro leg early. Drukair has at times limited online booking for SAARC passport holders, pointing them to its call centre or sales offices instead, so check drukair.com.bt well ahead rather than in the last week.
- Reconfirm. Drukair asks passengers to reconfirm 72 hours before departure. Do it, and check any Bhutan Airlines booking as well.
What the Journey Looks Like, Door to Door
Here is the pattern most Bengaluru travellers end up following, and the one we would suggest if your leave allows it.
- Evening · Day 0Bengaluru to the gatewayFly out after work and land in Kolkata or Delhi. Check in to a hotel near the airport. It's a small detour that protects the whole trip from a missed connection.
- Morning · Day 1Gateway to ParoBoard your Drukair or Bhutan Airlines flight. The valley narrows as you descend and the runway appears late. Clear immigration and your guide is waiting outside arrivals.
- Midday · Day 1Paro, slowlyThe hotel is about fifteen minutes away. Lunch, a nap if you need one, then a flat walk near the dzong. Save anything strenuous for tomorrow.
- Last dayParo back to BengaluruSleep in Paro the night before, fly out to the gateway, then connect home that evening, or stay a night if the timings are tight.
That is why a four-night Bhutan plan really needs six or seven days on your calendar. We have laid the numbers out further down.
Bangalore to Bhutan Tour Package via Paro: Four Itineraries Compared
All four plans below begin and end in Paro. That is deliberate. Your flight lands and departs there, and sleeping in Paro the night before you fly keeps the airport fifteen minutes away instead of ninety. Tiger's Nest sits on Day 2 in every plan, once you have had a night at the valley's altitude and while the morning weather is at its most cooperative. If it rains, the guide simply swaps in a different Paro day. Nights and stops can be reshuffled once we know your group and dates.
Paro–Thimphu Quick Escape
Short & Sweet4 Nights / 5 Days · Paro · Thimphu · Paro
- Tiger's Nest on Day 2, after a night at Paro's altitude
- Paro's dzong, covered bridge and Kyichu Lhakhang without rushing
- Thimphu's Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten and market in one overnight
- Back in Paro the night before your flight, with the airport 15 minutes away
Best for: Bengaluru travellers with a long weekend and a few days' leave, or anyone who wants to test Bhutan before committing to a longer route.
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Classic Paro–Thimphu–Punakha
Balanced5 Nights / 6 Days · Paro · Thimphu · Punakha · Paro
- The classic western trio of Paro, Thimphu and Punakha in six days
- Dochula Pass with its 108 memorial chortens
- Chimi Lhakhang's rice-field walk and Punakha Dzong at the river meeting point
- Only one long drive, Punakha to Paro, broken up with stops
Best for: Couples, small groups and first-time visitors who want Bhutan's headline sights without a week-plus commitment.
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Western Bhutan, Unhurried
Unhurried6 Nights / 7 Days · Paro · Thimphu · Punakha · Paro
- A whole extra day in Thimphu for museums, markets and the takin preserve
- One sight in the morning and one in the afternoon, never more
- Room to swap the Tiger's Nest hike for the viewpoint walk if legs say no
- The same headline stops as the 5-night plan, at half the hurry
Best for: Multi-generation groups, senior travellers and anyone who prefers to see less and enjoy it more.
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Phobjikha Valley Extension
Scenic7 Nights / 8 Days · Paro · Thimphu · Punakha · Phobjikha · Thimphu · Paro
- Two valleys beyond the classic circuit: Punakha and glacial Phobjikha
- Gangtey Monastery and an easy downhill nature trail
- Black-necked cranes in the valley in winter, roughly November to February
- No single drive longer than about five hours
Best for: Nature lovers, photographers and Bengaluru groups with nine or ten days to spend, especially in autumn when the cranes return.
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Every itinerary can be adjusted once your operator knows your dates, ages and gateway city. Swap a night, slow a driving day or add a rest day wherever it is needed.
Not sure which plan fits your leave? Tell us your dates and gateway city and we will map it to a Bangalore to Bhutan tour package via Paro.
How Many Days Should You Take Off From Bangalore?
The nights in Bhutan are only part of the count. Add the evening you fly to the gateway city and, if timings are tight, a night on the way back. That is the number your manager will ask about.
| Itinerary | Nights in Bhutan | Days away from Bangalore | Fits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paro–Thimphu Quick Escape | 4 | 6–7 | A long weekend plus a few days' leave |
| Classic Paro–Thimphu–Punakha | 5 | 7–8 | One week off with weekends on either side |
| Western Bhutan, Unhurried | 6 | 8–9 | Festive stretches such as Dasara or Christmas to New Year |
| Phobjikha Valley Extension | 7 | 9–10 | Two-week windows with a buffer for flight changes |
Bengaluru's long weekends help. Many travellers pair the five- or six-night plans with a public-holiday stretch such as Ugadi, Dasara or Christmas week. Pin your dates to the Paro flight days first, then look at the weekends, because it is far easier to move a weekend than a flight.
What’s Included in a Bangalore to Bhutan Tour Package via Paro
The land package starts at Paro airport and ends there. Bhutan's tourism policy fixes the basic structure for every visitor, so the guide, car, permits and government fee are part of the package, not optional extras. What is worth confirming is the hotel category, the meal plan and whether the plan has been paced for your group.
Inclusions
- Hotel accommodation for every night in Bhutan
- English-speaking licensed guide for the whole itinerary
- Private vehicle with driver, sized to your group
- Driver allowance and parking fees
- Paro airport pick-up and drop-off
- Sustainable Development Fee, with child concessions applied
- Entry Permit and Route Permits for every traveller
- MAP meal plan (breakfast and dinner)
- Complimentary SIM card and mineral water per room
Exclusions
- Airfare: Bangalore to the gateway city and the gateway-to-Paro flight
- A hotel night in the gateway city, if you need one
- All entrance fees and monument fees
- Lunch and personal expenses
- Any expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances such as landslides or flight delays
A word on the Sustainable Development Fee, since it surprises first-timers. It is a flat government charge per person, per night, set at a reduced rate for Indian nationals. Children aged six to twelve pay half, and under-sixes are exempt. The current rate schedule runs to August 2027, so for later dates the quote will use whatever rate applies then.
How Your Quote Is Built (and Why This Page Shows No Price)
Printing a single price for a Bangalore to Bhutan tour package via Paro would be misleading, because six things move it:
- Travel month. March to May and September to November are peak; monsoon and deep winter are quieter.
- Hotel category. Paro, Thimphu and Punakha all have a range, and festival weeks fill the better ones first.
- Group size and rooms. A private car and guide are shared, so the per-person picture changes with headcount.
- Nights and route. Adding Phobjikha or an extra Thimphu night changes both hotel nights and driving days.
- Children's ages. The Sustainable Development Fee is halved for ages six to twelve and waived under six.
- Add-ons. A Haa Valley day, a farmhouse meal or a hot stone bath are priced separately.
A good written quote should list nights by town, hotel names or categories, whether permits and the fee are included, the meal plan, the vehicle type and what is excluded. If any of those is vague, ask before you pay anything.
Documents and Permits for Indian Travellers From Bangalore
Here is the good news: Indian nationals do not need a Bhutan visa. There is still a short paperwork trail for every traveller, including children.
- Passport or original voter ID for every adult. A passport needs at least six months' validity. Aadhaar, PAN and driving licences are not accepted for entry.
- Children under 18. A passport, or an original English-language birth certificate, with a parent or guardian.
- Passport-size photographs. Carry a couple of spares per person.
- Entry Permit. Free, and it covers Paro and Thimphu. We arrange it for the whole group once your dates are confirmed.
- Route Permit. Needed for Punakha, Phobjikha, Haa and other districts beyond Paro and Thimphu. It is issued through the immigration office in Thimphu on working days, which is why we sequence it before you travel.
- Sustainable Development Fee. Paid with the permit application, per person per night, and already reflected in your quote.
- Travel insurance. Not mandatory for Indian nationals, but worth having for delays and altitude, especially with seniors or infants.
The single most common mix-up we see from Bengaluru travellers is turning up with only an Aadhaar card. Check your passport or voter ID today, not the night before you fly.
Primary sources worth checking before you fly, as rules and schedules change:
Six Steps to Plan It: From Bengaluru to Paro
If you would rather have a checklist than a wall of information, this is the order that avoids most of the expensive mistakes.
- Pick your nights and month. Use the itineraries above and the month chart below to choose between four and seven nights, then work out how many days you'll be away from Bangalore.
- Choose a gateway city. Check which of Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati or Bagdogra has a Paro flight on the day you want to arrive.
- Get a written quote and hold hotels. Send your dates, group size and children's ages so your travel designer can confirm hotels for those nights before you buy flights.
- Buy both flights with a buffer. Book Bangalore to the gateway and the gateway to Paro as separate tickets, leaving a night or at least four to six hours between them.
- Share your IDs for the permits. Send scans of each traveller's passport or voter ID and a photograph so the Entry and Route Permits can be processed ahead of arrival.
- Reconfirm, pack and fly. Reconfirm your Paro flight about 72 hours out, pack for mountain weather, and look for your guide at Paro arrivals.
Best Time to Visit Bhutan From Bangalore
Two calendars matter: Bhutan's own weather and festival rhythm, and the school and public-holiday windows Bengaluru families actually plan around.
Suitability by month, from Bangalore
Weighted for weather, open passes and typical Karnataka holiday windows
October is the standout for a Bangalore to Bhutan tour package via Paro, since Dasara lines up with the clearest skies of the year, but it is also the hardest month to book. March and April are a strong second choice. If you can travel outside holiday weeks, late February and early May are calmer.
Spring · March to May
Rhododendrons bloom at higher elevations, valleys are warm, and the Paro Tshechu festival usually falls in spring. Karnataka's school holidays make April busy, so book hotels early.
Autumn · September to November
The clearest mountain views of the year and comfortable days, with festival season in full swing. Dasara and Diwali make this the busiest window from Bangalore.
Winter · December to February
Cold, sharp, still air. Paro and Thimphu nights fall near or below freezing while Punakha stays milder. Fewer visitors, so it suits travellers who would rather have space than warmth.
Monsoon · June to August
Green, misty and quiet, but landslides can close roads and flights can be held back. It works for flexible travellers who build a spare day into the plan.
Stops Worth Building a Day Around
Whichever length you pick, a handful of places appear in nearly every well-paced plan. Here is what to expect from each.
Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest)
The cliffside monastery is the reason most people come. The trail climbs through pine forest to a viewpoint cafeteria and on to the monastery. Every speed manages it; just go slowly and set aside most of a day.
Rinpung Dzong & Nyamai Zam
Paro's fortress-monastery and the wooden covered bridge below it. Easy on the legs and a good first-afternoon walk after you land.
Buddha Dordenma, Thimphu
A huge gilded Buddha looking down on the capital. Go in late afternoon when the light softens the whole valley.
Dochula Pass
A high pass at about 3,100 m with 108 memorial chortens. On a clear day the Himalayan skyline is the reward; on a cloudy one, it's the hot tea.
Punakha Dzong
Bhutan's most photogenic dzong, standing where two rivers meet. The long suspension bridge nearby is worth crossing.
Phobjikha Valley
A broad glacial valley with Gangtey Monastery above and an easy nature trail below. The quietest stop on any of these routes.
Practical Notes for Bengaluru Travellers
Small things that catch out people coming from Bangalore's easy climate and easy logistics.
Altitude, gently
Bengaluru sits near 900 m; Paro is about 2,235 m and Dochula reaches around 3,100 m. Most healthy people adjust in a day. Keep the first evening empty, drink plenty of water and don't sprint up Tiger's Nest.
Dress for the wrong weather
Bangalore mornings are mild; Paro's can be near freezing in winter and cool even in spring. Pack layers, a windproof jacket, shoes with real grip and sun protection, as UV is strong at altitude.
Food, vegetarian and otherwise
Hotel menus carry Indian vegetarian dishes alongside Bhutanese ones such as ema datshi, the chilli-and-cheese stew. South Indian breakfasts aren't a given, so carry a few familiar snacks and tell us dietary needs early.
Cash and cards
The ngultrum is pegged one-to-one to the rupee and rupees are widely accepted in towns. Carry cash for entrance tickets, tips and handicrafts; card acceptance thins out quickly beyond Paro and Thimphu.
Time and connectivity
Bhutan runs 30 minutes ahead of Indian Standard Time. Roaming on Indian SIMs depends on your operator, so a local SIM, which our packages include, is the safer bet.
Winding roads
Bhutan's roads curve constantly. If anyone in your group gets queasy, carry your usual remedy and ask your guide to seat them in front.
Which Plan Suits Your Group?
Couples and honeymooners
The Classic and Unhurried plans give you Punakha's river valley and a slower rhythm. Ask for a farmhouse hot stone bath one evening.
Families with children
Pace matters more than the sights. Our guide to Bhutan family tour packages covers age-by-age adjustments, permits for children and room set-ups.
Senior parents
Choose the six-night Unhurried plan, swap the Tiger's Nest hike for the viewpoint and request ground-floor rooms. A doctor's check beforehand is sensible if anyone has a heart or lung condition.
Friends and colleagues
The Phobjikha extension has walking, quiet and room to breathe. Ask about a Haa Valley day trip from Paro over Chele La, one of Bhutan's highest motorable passes.
Frequently Asked Questions: Bangalore to Bhutan via Paro
Is there a direct flight from Bangalore to Paro?
No. There is no nonstop flight between Bengaluru (BLR) and Paro (PBH). Travellers fly from Bangalore to Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati or Bagdogra on a domestic airline, then connect to a Drukair or Bhutan Airlines flight into Paro, Bhutan's only international airport. Schedules change by season, so check the current timetable before you buy tickets.
What is the best route for a Bangalore to Bhutan tour package via Paro?
For most Bengaluru travellers the Bangalore to Kolkata to Paro route is the simplest, because Kolkata has plenty of daily flights from Bangalore and a regular Paro service. Delhi is the natural backup when its Paro flight days suit your dates. Guwahati and Bagdogra make the most sense when you also want to see Assam, Darjeeling or Sikkim.
How many days do I need for a Bangalore to Bhutan tour package via Paro?
Plan four to seven nights in Bhutan, plus a travel day at each end. A four-night trip means roughly six or seven days away from Bangalore, while the seven-night route with Phobjikha needs nine or ten. Five or six nights covering Paro, Thimphu and Punakha is the balance most first-time visitors choose.
Do Indian citizens travelling from Bangalore need a visa for Bhutan?
No visa is required for Indian nationals. You need an Entry Permit, which is free, and a Route Permit for any district beyond Paro and Thimphu, such as Punakha or Phobjikha. You also pay Bhutan's Sustainable Development Fee for each night of your stay. Your tour operator applies for the permits once your travel dates are confirmed.
Which ID should I carry from Bangalore, and is Aadhaar accepted?
Carry a passport with at least six months' validity, or an original voter ID card. Aadhaar, PAN and driving licences are not accepted for entry into Bhutan. If you hold a passport, use it for the flights as well. Children travel on a passport or an original English-language birth certificate, accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Are flights included in a Bangalore to Bhutan tour package via Paro?
Airfare is normally separate. The package covers land arrangements from the moment you arrive at Paro: hotels, guide, private car with driver, breakfast and dinner, permits and the Sustainable Development Fee. You buy the Bangalore-to-gateway ticket and the gateway-to-Paro ticket yourself, and your travel designer can advise which flights fit your dates.
What is the best time to visit Bhutan from Bangalore?
March to April and late September to November are the strongest windows, with clear skies, open mountain passes and comfortable temperatures. Winter is cold but quiet, while the June to August monsoon brings rain and occasional road closures. The Dasara and Diwali period is the busiest, so book flights and hotels early.
Are Paro flights often delayed, and how should I plan for it?
Paro is a weather-sensitive airport where only specially trained pilots land, and only in daylight, so delays and reschedules do happen. Avoid tight same-day connections, keep several hours in hand or overnight in the gateway city, and reconfirm your flight a few days ahead. Drukair asks passengers to reconfirm 72 hours before departure. Costs caused by delays are not part of the package, so consider travel insurance.
Is this trip suitable for senior citizens and children?
Yes. Paro sits at about 2,235 metres and Thimphu a little higher, an altitude most people handle well with a quiet first evening. Itineraries can be softened with later starts, the Tiger's Nest viewpoint instead of the full hike, and extra rest nights. Anyone with a heart or lung condition should check with a doctor before travelling.
Why doesn't this page show a price for the Bangalore to Bhutan tour package?
The cost depends on your travel month, hotel category, group size, number of nights and children's ages, and it shifts with the season. Rather than print a number that may not apply to you, we give a written quote against your actual dates, listing exactly what is and isn't included.
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Written by the Druk Yul Journeys team. We are a Bhutanese-owned, family-run tour operator licensed by the Tourism Council of Bhutan, with a partner office in Thimphu and an India branch in Dharmanagar, Tripura. Flight, permit and fee details were checked against official and airline sources in September 2026. Rules change, so confirm anything time-sensitive before you book.