What is the cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Thimphu?

The cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which costs $420 - $1,600 and takes 12h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Thimphu?

The fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which takes 12h 42m and costs $420 - $1,600.

How far is it from Addis Ababa to Thimphu?

The distance between Addis Ababa and Thimphu is 5733 km.

How long does it take to get from Addis Ababa to Thimphu?

It takes approximately 12h 42m to get from Addis Ababa to Thimphu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and Thimphu?

Thimphu is 3h ahead of Addis Ababa. It is currently 7:55 PM in Addis Ababa and 10:55 PM in Thimphu.

Where can I stay near Thimphu?

There are 62+ hotels available in Thimphu.

Addis Ababa to Thimphu - one way to travel via plane, and taxi

There is 1 way to get from Addis Ababa to Thimphu by plane or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, taxi
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1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Paro Airport (PBH)ADD - PBH
2. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphu
12h 42m
$427–1,586

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Paro Airport (PBH) flights

25Weekly Planes

12h 15mAverage Duration

$412Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 5,733 km
Duration: 12h 42m

What companies run services between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Thimphu, Bhutan?

There is no direct connection from Addis Ababa to Thimphu. However, you can take the bus to Bole Bridge, walk to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu.

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