Bhutan flights are famous for two reasons. The first is the unusual landing procedure, in which the plane makes dramatic maneuvers in the narrow valley before landing on the runway. Paro is rightfully regarded as one of the world’s most daring international airports. The stunning mountain panorama that you can see when flying in Bhutan flight from Delhi to Kathmandu in good weather is the flight’s second and far more interesting feature. In this article, we will tell you what you can see and how to make the most of your experience !
Which Flights Provide Views Of The Mountains?
Not every flight to Paro is graced with breathtaking mountain views. Mt. Everest and other large snowy peaks can only be seen if you fly from Delhi or Kathmandu. If you fly from Bangkok, you might catch a glimpse of Kangchenjunga if you stop in Bagdogra. Before landing, all Paro-bound flights may be able to see Jomolhari and other mountains on the Bhutan-Tibet border.
In any case, for the purposes of this article, we will only discuss flights from Delhi and Kathmandu to Paro and vice versa. After taking off from Delhi, you may notice a belt of snowy mountains to the north, but it will still be too far away. Only after about 1 hour and 10 minutes of flight time above Kathmandu will you get closer to the Himalayas. You could make a pit stop there or not.
How To Reserve Seats
Even if the weather cooperates, you must reserve a window seat on the plane’s mountain-facing side. Which side are you on? When flying from Delhi or Kathmandu to Paro, sit on the left side and face the flight’s direction. The mountains are visible to the right when flying from Paro to Delhi or Kathmandu.
This route is served by two airlines: state-owned Drukair and privately owned Bhutan Airlines. At the time of writing, only Drukair provided online check-in. If you want to get seats, you should definitely check in as soon as possible. Online checking is available from 24 to 4 hours before the flight.
If you fly with Bhutan Airlines or Drukair and the online check-in does not work for some reason, your only option is to arrive at the airport early and request the airline’s ground staff to give you desired seats while checking-in. We usually advise arriving at least 3 hours before the flight’s departure time.
Is The Paro Flight Superior To Commercial Mountain Flights?
A nice mountain flight from Kathmandu to Everest and back costs around $200 USD. How does it compare to the Paro flight?
In ideal weather and with good seats, the flight to Paro is comparable, if not superior, to these commercial mountain flights. Anyway, seating cannot be guaranteed, and sometimes the flight time is in the afternoon, when all mountains are cloudy, so you may be tempted to pay more for a dedicated experience. Furthermore, these mountain flights tend to fly closer to the mountains and at a lower altitude, giving you a more intimate feeling of being side by side with the mountains rather than above them. You can plan a trip to Bhutan travel where you can enjoy this flight and Bhutan tourism places. Explore this places and have an amazing.
