Travelling from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to Paro Airport (PBH): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paro Airport.
The timezone in Paro is UTC+6, which is one hour behind Ho Chi Minh City.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SGN to PBH flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Bhutan Airlines offers direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paro Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Paro — and maybe even more of Bhutan if you have time.
Bhutan Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to Paro Airport (PBH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paro Airport flight is R 6,514. A return fare right now is R 13,276. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SGN to PBH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paro Airport.
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Handy information about Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
61% of flights that depart Ho Chi Minh City Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paro Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SGN:
Arriving at Paro Airport (PBH)
Reserve a hotel near PBH if you're taking a late Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paro Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Paro Airport (PBH) to central Paro
Paro Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Paro. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Paro Airport (PBH)
The quietest month for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paro Airport is July, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Paro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Paro is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Paro Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SGN to PBH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bhutan
Paro has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bhutan you'll want to see. About 19 kilometres east of Paro, a visit to Thimphu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Buddha point hiking trail, Buddha Dordenma and Changangkha Lhakhang.
Punakha is another essential stop in Bhutan and is around 48 kilometres north-east of Paro. No trip is complete without experiencing Punakha Dzong, King's Winter Palace and Punakha Suspension Bridge.
