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Airports in Bhutan
Paro Airport
The airport is located 4 miles (6km) away from Paro, and 40 miles (65km) from the capital, Thimphu. The landing strip is considered challenging; only eight pilots worldwide are licensed to land here.
Paro Airport (PBH)
Location
The airport is located 4 miles (6km) away from Paro, and 40 miles (65km) from the capital, Thimphu. The landing strip is considered challenging; only eight pilots worldwide are licensed to land here.Getting to the city
A taxi service is available although all visitors will be met by their tour operator on arrival and transported from the airport to their onward destination.
Time
Local time is UTC/GMT +6 hoursFacilities
Airport facilities include restaurants, duty free shops, gift shops and taxi services.
Parking
Short-term parking is available.