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

The cheapest way to get from Gilgit to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which costs $440 - $1,200 and takes 25h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gilgit to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which takes 25h 48m and costs $440 - $1,200.

How far is it from Gilgit to Thimphu?

The distance between Gilgit and Thimphu is 1756 km.

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

It takes approximately 25h 48m to get from Gilgit to Thimphu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Gilgit and Thimphu?

Thimphu is 1h ahead of Gilgit. It is currently 3:34 AM in Gilgit and 4:34 AM in Thimphu.

Where can I stay near Thimphu?

There are 61+ hotels available in Thimphu.

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

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There are 2 ways to get from Gilgit to Thimphu by plane or taxi

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Fly from Gilgit, taxi
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1. Fly from Gilgit (GIL) to Paro Airport (PBH)plane GIL - PBH
2. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphutaxi
25h 48m
$448–1,117
Taxi to Skardu Airport, fly, taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gilgit to Skardu Airport (KDU)taxi
2. Fly from Skardu Airport (KDU) to Paro Airport (PBH)plane KDU - PBH
3. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphutaxi
30h 19m
$483–1,164

Gilgit (GIL) to Paro Airport (PBH) flights

1Weekly Planes

25h 5mAverage Duration

$434Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,755.7 km
Duration: 25h 48m

What companies run services between Gilgit, Pakistan and Thimphu, Bhutan?

There is no direct connection from Gilgit to Thimphu. However, you can fly to Paro Airport (PBH) then take the taxi to Thimphu. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Skardu Airport (KDU) airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu.

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