What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which costs $380 - $950 and takes 22h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which takes 15h 21m and costs $650 - $1,800.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Thimphu is 7701 km.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu?

It takes approximately 15h 21m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Thimphu?

Thimphu is 6h ahead of Heathrow Terminal 5. It is currently 8:34 AM in Heathrow Terminal 5 and 2:34 PM in Thimphu.

Where can I stay near Thimphu?

There are 61+ hotels available in Thimphu.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu by plane, taxi, bus, or train

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

Fly London Heathrow Airport to Paro Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paro Airport (PBH)LHR - PBH
2. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphu
15h 21m
$667–1,722
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Bathpalathang Airport, taxi
cheapest
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bathpalathang Airport (BUT)LHR - BUT
2. Take the taxi from Bathpalathang Airport (BUT) to Thimphu
22h 45m
$388–949
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Paro Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Coach Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paro Airport (PBH)LGW - PBH
3. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphu
17h 58m
$495–1,744
Bus, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Paro Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAir
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham International
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Paro Airport (PBH)BHX - PBH
4. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphu
18h 28m
$538–1,508

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paro Airport (PBH) flights

25Weekly Planes

15h 50mAverage Duration

$534Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7,701.1 km
Duration: 15h 21m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Thimphu, Bhutan?

There is no direct connection from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Thimphu. However, you can take the subway to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station, walk to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu. Alternatively, you can take the bus to South Terminal Coach Station, walk to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu.

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