+975-17726254 yakadv@gmail.com
+975-17726254 yakadv@gmail.com

How to book flights to Bhutan from Greece?

This blog features tips on how to book flights to Bhutan from Athens, Greece.

There are no available direct flights to Bhutan from Athens, Greece or any of its cities.  The easiest and most recommended way of flying to Bhutan from Greece is to fly to New Delhi (India) or Kathmandu (Nepal) and connect your flight into Paro, Bhutan by Drukair or Bhutan Airlines. There are flights to Bhutan from these cities are on daily basis.

You also have options to fly into Bhutan from Bangkok (Thailand), Kolkata (India) and Dhaka (Bangladesh).

The other ports of entry into Bhutan by flight from India are Gaya, Guwahati and Bagdogra or by road from Phuentsholing in the southern part of the country.

Athens has flights connections to Kathmandu (Nepal) or Delhi (India).

Airlines operating flights in Bhutan:

Drukair and Bhutan Airlines are the only two Bhutanese airlines that operate flights to the above mentioned destinations from the only International airport in Bhutan at Paro valley. The flight fares in these two airlines are kept at par and are given below (Economy class):

  • Delhi – Paro – Delhi: US $ 613.00 (Round trip).
  • Kathmandu – Paro – Kathmandu: US $ 478.00 (Round trip).
  • Kolkata – Paro – Kolkata: US $ 462.00 (Round trip).
  • Dhaka – Paro – Dhaka: US $ 478.00 (Round trip).
  • Bangkok – Paro – Bangkok: US $ 911.00 (Round trip).

The fares given above are inclusive of all taxes and are applicable to all international tourists.

Please contact us for business class fares.

How to book flights to Bhutan from Athens, Greece ?

You can book and pay for your flight to Bhutan from Athens, Greece from the airlines’ websites: Drukair or Bhutan Airlines.

We can also purchase the tickets and e-mail them to you. As a local ticketing agent of Drukair and Bhutan Airlines, we can book and hold your seats for a month without having to pay a penny.

NOTE: You will not be allowed to board the flight to Bhutan at the point of entry without the e-Bhutan visa. For more details on how to obtain e-Bhutan visa for Greek citizens, please click the link

Drukair and Bhutan Airlines’ schedules and fares are subject to change without prior notice. So please contact us for the updated fares and schedules.

Discount on flight fares (If applicable):

  • Children between 6 – 11 years get 50 % discount on the published fares.
  • 2 – 5 years old Infants get 33 % discount on published fares.
  • Infants below 2 years get 90 % discount on the published fares.

Flight duration for various sectors:

  • Delhi to Paro: 1 hour 50 minutes.
  • Kathmandu to Paro: 58 minutes (All flights are direct).
  • Kolkata to Paro: 1 hour (Direct flight), 1 hour 45 minutes (via Bagdogra).
  • Dhaka to Paro: 1 hour (All flights are direct).
  • Bangkok to Paro: 2 hours 30 minutes (Direct flight), 3 hours 15 minutes (via Kolkata / Dhaka).

Passport validity requirement for travel to Bhutan:

The passport validity requirement for travel to Bhutan is minimum 6 months from the date of travel.

Baggage allowances:

  • Checked baggage: 30 Kg (Economy) & 40 Kg (Business).
  • Cabin luggage: 5 Kg (Economy) & 7 Kg (Business).
  • Excess baggage charge per Kg: 1.5 % of highest normal economy fare (Adult) for one way.
Reporting time for flights to Bhutan:

It is 3 hours before departure. All timings mentioned in the tickets are local.

The view of Himalayas from your flight to Bhutan.

Your flight to Bhutan is the best mountain flight in the world. You can see the up-close view of the Himalayan ranges.

If you plan to fly to Bhutan from Greece via Delhi or Kathmandu, then you can see 5 peaks all above 8000 m including Mt. Everest. These include Cho Oyu (8188 m), Mt. Makalu (8463 m), Mt. Lhotse (8416 m), and finally Mt. Everest (8848 m).

If your flight to Bhutan from Greece is via Kolkata or Bangkok, then you will see the panoramic Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586 m) and Mt. Jomolhari (7326 m).

If you travel in early spring or winter or even in late autumn, then you have the better chances of seeing these beautiful high points on the surface of the earth. The morning flights are even better as there will be less or no clouds to obstruct the mountain ranges.

Seating arrangements on Drukair / Bhutan Airlines flight:

There is always a big rush for the best seats in the aircraft. The seats on these aircrafts are allocated on the “First come, first serve basis” at the check-in-counter at the port of entry (Delhi or Kathmandu etc.). SO PLEASE CHECK–IN EARLY TO GET THE BEST SEATS.

If you travel to Bhutan from Kathmandu or Delhi, request the ground staff at the check-in counter to assign the seat on the left side of the aircraft, possibly by window. If you travel from Bangkok, request for the seats on the right hand side.

For more information on tours, treks, festival dates and more, please check our links on the side bar.

Please contact us for all your Bhutan travel needs & see you in Bhutan ..!

FAQs - Flight to Bhutan from Athens, Greece.

1.How much is the Bhutan visa cost for Greek citizens / nationals ?

The Bhutan visa cost for Greek citizens is US $ 40 per person per trip. The duration of visa depends on the length of the package tour booked with the local travel agency.

2.Is there direct flight from Athens, Greece to Bhutan ?

No, there is no direct flight from Athens, Greece to Bhutan. You have to fly to Delhi (India) or Kathmandu (Nepal) and connect your flight into Bhutan with Drukair or Bhutan Airlines.

3.Can I get Bhutan visa on arrival in Bhutan ?

No, you will not get Bhutan visa upon arrival in Bhutan. You have to book pre-paid package tour with one of the Bhutanese tour companies who will then process your Bhutan visa.

4.What is the Bhutan flights cancellation policy ?

Bhutan flight cancellation policy is as follows:

(1) No charge if cancelled within 45 days of the start of the tour programme;

(2) Charge 20% of the fare if cancelled within 30 days of the start of the tour programme;

(3) Charge 30% of the fare if cancelled within 21 days of the start of the tour programme;

(4) Charge 50% of the fare if cancelled within 14 days of the start of the tour programme; and

(5) Charge 100% of the fare charge if cancelled within 7 days or after the arrival tourist in Bhutan.

5/5 - (103 votes)
Share the page
Contact Us
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.


Why Book With Us?

  • No hidden cost / Best price guaranteed
  • Customer care available 24/7
  • Hand-picked Tours & Activities
  • Book now, pay later.
  • Hotels of your choice.
  • Top quality services.
  • Tailor-made trip.
  • Guaranteed Bhutan Visa.
  • Responsible Tourism.

 

Have a Question?

Do not hesitate to give us a call. We are an expert team and we are happy to talk to you.

+975-17726254

yakadv@gmail.com