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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which costs $430 - $950 and takes 30h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Thimphu is to fly and taxi which takes 18h 52m and costs $750 - $1,200.

How far is it from Melbourne to Thimphu?

The distance between Melbourne and Thimphu is 9323 km.

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

It takes approximately 18h 52m to get from Melbourne to Thimphu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Thimphu?

Thimphu is 4h behind Melbourne. It is currently 3:52 PM in Melbourne and 11:52 AM in Thimphu.

Where can I stay near Thimphu?

There are 67+ hotels available in Thimphu.

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

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

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Fly to Paro Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Paro Airport (PBH)plane MEL - PBH
2. Take the taxi from Paro Airport (PBH) to Thimphutaxi
18h 52m
$783–1,137
Fly to Bathpalathang Airport, taxi
cheapest
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bathpalathang Airport (BUT)plane MEL - BUT
2. Take the taxi from Bathpalathang Airport (BUT) to Thimphutaxi
30h 21m
$430–910

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Paro Airport (PBH) flights

9Weekly Planes

19h 28mAverage Duration

$434Cheapest Price

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Distance: 9,322.9 km
Duration: 18h 52m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Thimphu, Bhutan?

There is no direct connection from Melbourne to Thimphu. However, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to Paro Airport (PBH), then take the taxi to Thimphu. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to Bathpalathang Airport (BUT), then take the taxi to Thimphu.

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