Flying from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Paro Airport (PBH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport is 55 minutes.
The timezone in Paro is UTC+6, which is 30 minutes ahead of Guwahati.
Choose from eight weekly Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport flights. The 15:20 departure with Drukair is the earliest flight available. Drukair operates the latest service of the day at 15:20.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your GAU to PBH flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Drukair is your gateway to discovering Paro (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Bhutan!). Check out the direct flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Drukair.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Paro Airport (PBH)
$311 is the best price for a one-way Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport flight. A return flight starts at $574. These fares can change based on availability.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GAU to PBH.
The cheapest month for flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
71.9% of flights taking off from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Guwahati to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near GAU:
Arriving at Paro Airport (PBH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PBH if you're on a late Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Paro Airport (PBH) to central Paro
From Paro Airport, Paro is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Paro Airport (PBH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport. May is the busiest month to visit Paro. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Paro Airport for August if you want to explore Paro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 20ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GAU to PBH in January. Temperatures average between -4ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Bhutan
You've done Paro, now it's time to discover other parts of Bhutan. Journey about 19 kilometres east to Thimphu to check off its popular sights. From Yangtse Tsho to Sangaygang – Phajoding Trail and Dechenphodrang Chorten, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 48 kilometres north-east of Paro, Punakha is another favourite stop in Bhutan. No visit is complete without checking out Sona Gasa, King's Winter Palace and Riverfront Punakha.