What is the cheapest way to get from Longyearbyen to Thimphu?

The cheapest way to get from Longyearbyen to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which costs $850 - $2,600 and takes 30h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Longyearbyen to Thimphu?

The fastest way to get from Longyearbyen to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which takes 22h 57m and costs $1,100 - $3,500.

How far is it from Longyearbyen to Thimphu?

The distance between Longyearbyen and Thimphu is 6719 km.

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

It takes approximately 22h 57m to get from Longyearbyen to Thimphu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Longyearbyen and Thimphu?

Thimphu is 4h ahead of Longyearbyen. It is currently 9:20 AM in Longyearbyen and 1:20 PM in Thimphu.

Where can I stay near Thimphu?

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

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There are 2 ways to get from Longyearbyen to Thimphu by plane or taxi

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Fly to Paro Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) to Paro Airport (PBH)plane LYR - PBH
2. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphutaxi
22h 57m
$1,124–3,428
Fly to Gelyephug Airport, taxi
cheapest
1. Fly from Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) to Gelyephug Airport (GLU)plane LYR - GLU
2. Take the taxi from Gelyephug Airport (GLU) to Thimphutaxi
30h 43m
$881–2,596

Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) to Paro Airport (PBH) flights

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19h 50mAverage Duration

$1,145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 6,719.1 km
Duration: 22h 57m

What companies run services between Longyearbyen, SJ and Thimphu, Bhutan?

There is no direct connection from Longyearbyen to Thimphu. However, you can take the bus to Longyearbyen Airport, walk to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Longyearbyen Airport, walk to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) airport, fly to Gelyephug Airport (GLU), then take the taxi to Thimphu.

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