Flying from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Paro Airport (PBH): what you need to know
Paro's timezone is UTC+6, which makes Paro 30 minutes ahead of Pune.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PNQ to PBH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Paro Airport (PBH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Pune Airport to Paro Airport flight is $329. A return fare right now is $730. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from PNQ to PBH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Pune Airport to Paro Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PNQ to PBH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Pune Airport to Paro Airport.
Handy information about Pune Airport (PNQ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pune Airport, 71.91% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Pune to Pune Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near PNQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Pune Airport to Paro Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Paro Airport (PBH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PBH if you have a late Pune Airport to Paro Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Paro Airport (PBH) to central Paro
Paro Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Paro. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Paro Airport (PBH)
The quietest month for a flight from Pune Airport to Paro Airport is April, while May is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Paro based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Pune Airport to Paro Airport for August if you'd like to explore Paro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PNQ to PBH in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Bhutan
Thimphu is just one of the many places in Bhutan waiting to be explored after you've seen Paro. Around 19 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Yangtse Tsho, Sangaygang – Phajoding Trail and Dechenphodrang Chorten.
Punakha is another standout destination in Bhutan and is around 48 kilometres north-east of Paro. No journey is complete without seeing Sona Gasa, King's Winter Palace and Riverfront Punakha.
