What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Thimphu?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which costs $270 - $700 and takes 19h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Thimphu?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which takes 7h 10m and costs $470 - $650.

How far is it from Colombo to Thimphu?

The distance between Colombo and Thimphu is 2542 km.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Thimphu?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Colombo to Thimphu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Colombo and Thimphu?

Thimphu is 30 min ahead of Colombo. It is currently 6:50 PM in Colombo and 7:20 PM in Thimphu.

Where can I stay near Thimphu?

There are 59+ hotels available in Thimphu.

Colombo to Thimphu - 2 ways to travel via plane, and taxi

There are 2 ways to get from Colombo 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 to Paro Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Paro Airport (PBH)plane CMB - PBH
2. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphutaxi
7h 10m
$473–652
Fly to Gelyephug Airport, taxi
cheapest
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Gelyephug Airport (GLU)plane CMB - GLU
2. Take the taxi from Gelyephug Airport (GLU) to Thimphutaxi
19h 45m
$279–674

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Paro Airport (PBH) flights

10Weekly Planes

9h 22mAverage Duration

$285Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colombo to Thimphu.

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Distance: 2,541.9 km
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Thimphu, Bhutan?

There is no direct connection from Colombo to Thimphu. However, you can take the taxi to Colombo-Airport-CMB airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Colombo-Airport-CMB airport, fly to Gelyephug Airport (GLU), then take the taxi to Thimphu.

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