There are 2 ways to get from Thimphu to Lhasa by plane, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly to Lhasa, bus • 8 h 23 min
$230 - $446
Cheapest option
Fly to Bagdogra, drive, bus • 14 h 17 min
$76 - $317
What companies run services between Thimphu, Bhutan and Lhasa, China?
There is no direct connection from Thimphu to Lhasa. However, you can take the drive to Paro airport, fly to Lhasa, take the walk to Lhasa Airport, then take the bus to Lhasa. Alternatively, you can take the drive to Paro airport, fly to Bagdogra, take the taxi to New Jalpaiguri (NJP), take the train to Siliguri Junction (SGUJ), take the drive to Yadong Xian, then take the bus to Lhasa.

- Website
- ch.com
Flights from Paro to Lhasa via Kathmandu
- Ave. Duration
- 6 h
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- $220 - $450

- Website
- airchina.com
Flights from Paro to Lhasa via Kathmandu
- Ave. Duration
- 6 h 50 min
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- $220 - $700

- Website
- drukair.com.bt
Flights from Paro to Bagdogra
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- When
- Monday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- $24 - $240
Bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $4
- Schedules at
- airports-china.com
- Website
- qichezhan.net
Bus from Yadong Xian to Lasa North Suburb Coach Station
- Ave. Duration
- 7 h
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- $24
- Schedules at
- qichezhan.net
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Questions & Answers
How far is it from Thimphu to Lhasa?
The distance between Thimphu and Lhasa is 282 km.
What is the cheapest way to get from Thimphu to Lhasa?
The cheapest way to get from Thimphu to Lhasa is to fly and drive and bus which costs $75 - $320 and takes 14 h 17 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Thimphu to Lhasa?
The quickest way to get from Thimphu to Lhasa is to fly and bus which takes 8 h 23 min and costs $230 - $450.
How long does it take to get from Thimphu to Lhasa?
It takes approximately 8 h 23 min to get from Thimphu to Lhasa, including transfers.