Travelling from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to Paro Airport (PBH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Paro's timezone is UTC+6, making Paro 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
Flights from CCU to PBH start at 08:25 — the earliest with Bhutan Airlines. The last service of the day is at 15:30 with Drukair. In total, you can choose from 11 weekly Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CCU to PBH flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Bhutan Airlines is your gateway to exploring Paro (and perhaps some other great corners of Bhutan!). Browse the direct flights from Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Bhutan Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to Paro Airport (PBH)
At the moment, Rs53,402 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs113,391. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CCU to PBH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Of the departures from Kolkata Airport, 72% arrive on time at their destination.
Kolkata Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CCU:
Arriving at Paro Airport (PBH)
If you're arriving on a late Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near PBH:
Getting from Paro Airport (PBH) to central Paro
Paro Airport to the centre of Paro has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Paro Airport (PBH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Paro. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in July.
The warmest month in Paro is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Kolkata Airport to Paro Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to PBH in January. Temperatures average between -4ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Bhutan
Paro is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Bhutan just waiting to be explored. About 19 kilometres east of Paro, a trip to Thimphu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Buddha point hiking trail, Buddha Dordenma and Changangkha Lhakhang.
Punakha is another well-known destination in Bhutan and is around 48 kilometres north-east of Paro. No trip is complete without visiting Punakha Dzong, King's Winter Palace and Punakha Suspension Bridge.