How far is it from Lukla to Thimphu?

The distance between Lukla and Thimphu is 583 km.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Lukla to Thimphu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lukla and Thimphu?

Thimphu is 15 min ahead of Lukla. It is currently 9:20 PM in Lukla and 9:35 PM in Thimphu.

Where can I stay near Thimphu?

There are 62+ hotels available in Thimphu.

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

There are 2 ways to get from Lukla to Thimphu by unknown, 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.

Travel to Tribhuvan International Airport, fly, taxi
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1. Walk from Lukla to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
2. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Paro Airport (PBH)KTM - PBH
3. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphu
4h 25m
Travel to Phaplu Airport, fly, taxi
1. Walk from Lukla to Phaplu Airport (PPL)
2. Fly from Phaplu Airport (PPL) to Paro Airport (PBH)PPL - PBH
3. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphu
6h 16m

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Paro Airport (PBH) flights

13Weekly Planes

1h 1mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 583 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Lukla, Nepal and Thimphu, Bhutan?

There is no direct connection from Lukla to Thimphu. However, you can travel to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu. Alternatively, you can travel to Phaplu Airport (PPL) airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu.

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