Travel to Bhutan from Singapore
To travel to Bhutan from Singapore, here’s everything you need to know about flights, Visas, and Accommodation. All Singaporean nationals travelling to Bhutan must need a Visa.
Bhutan Visa Requirements for Singaporean Citizens:
- All foreign tourists, including Singaporeans, must obtain a visa before entering Bhutan.
- You need to book your trip through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator or their international partners. Your tour operator will process your visa after you provide your passport details and trip confirmation.
- Visa clearance is usually granted within a few days, and you’ll receive it upon arrival at the airport in Bhutan.
Singapore to Bhutan Flights:
- There are direct flights from Singapore to Bhutan. It is being operated by Drukair. It operates twice in a week via Kolkatta. You can also take connecting flights through cities such as Bangkok, Delhi, or Kathmandu, which offer regular flights to Paro International Airport (the only international airport in Bhutan).
- Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines are the two Bhutanese airlines operating flights to Paro. Both airlines offer flights from Bangkok, making it a common transit point for travelers from Singapore.
- Singapore Paro Singapore Flight Schedule: KB541 SIN-PBH Dep1230 Ari 1645 & PBH-SIN KB540 Dep0750 Ari1555
- Roundtrip Fare in USD 1090 per person
Note that flight fare and schedule are not fixed and are subjected to change).
Hotels:
- Bhutan offers a wide range of accommodation options, from luxurious five-star hotels to budget-friendly stays. Some top luxury hotels include Amankora, Taj Tashi, and Le Méridien in Thimphu and Paro.
- Your tour operator will typically handle hotel bookings as part of your travel package, ensuring you stay in comfortable accommodations suited to your preferences.
Best Time to Visit:
- The ideal time to visit Bhutan is during spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when the weather is pleasant, and many cultural festivals take place.
Travelling Bhutan from Other Destinations
Bhutan Birding Tour for Singaporean
- Day 1 Arrival to Bhutan at Paro International Airport. Altitude 2300M
- Day 2 Paro to Thimphu. Which Bird to watch in Thimphu?| Distance 60 KM | Driving distance 1 Hour | Altitude 2400M.
- Day 3 Thimphu Birding Tour. Hike to Tango Monastery | Distance 17 KM | Hiking time 4 Hours Via Kabesa Lam | Altitude 2320m above sea level.
- Day 4 Thimphu to Punakha, Which Bird do you see in Punakha? Distance 72.8 KM | Driving time 2 Hours 8 Minutes | Altitude 1200M.
- Day 5 Punakha to Mochhu River Bird watching. Altitude1200 M
- Day 6 Punakha Pho Chu River Bird watching. Altitude 1200M
- Day 7 Punakha to Paro Tour. Distance 114.8 KM | Driving 3 Hours 10 Minutes | Altitude 2300M
- Day 8 Paro Tiger Nest Hike. Distance 15 KM | Hiking time 4 Hours | Altitude 3120M
- Day 9 Departure from Paro airport. Altitude 2300M
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FAQS
How can I go to Bhutan from Singapore?
Drukair flies to Bhutan from Singapore twice a week. Flights from Singapore to Bhutan are on Thursdays and Sundays.
How long is the flight from Singapore to Bhutan?
It takes about 6 hours 15 minutes to fly from Singapore (SIN) to Paro (PBH).
Do Singapore need visa for Bhutan?
Singapore passport holders require a valid Visa before travelling to Bhutan and must book their holiday through a Bhutanese tour operator or one of their international partners who will make the necessary visa arrangements. Passports should have at least six months validity from the date of arrival in Bhutan.
What is the tourist fee for Bhutan?
In a bid to attract international tourists, the beautiful Kingdom of Bhutan has decided to reduce its daily tourist fee of $200 ) to $100. The kingdom has taken the decision to boost the tourism sector which is still waiting and struggling to recover even after a year after the end of COVID-19.
Which time is best to visit Bhutan?
October to December is the ideal time to visit Bhutan as the air is clear and fresh with sunny skies. January and February are colder, but from then until April the climate remains dry and pleasant and in late spring the famous rhododendrons bloom spectacularly, flooding the valleys with color.
