From April 2026, travelling to Bhutan becomes more flexible and more traveller-friendly with Drukair Royal Bhutan Airlines, increasing its flight frequency on the Paro-Singapore route from twice to three times weekly.
The new flight schedule will operate on the following days:
- Singapore → Paro: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday
- Paro → Singapore: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
After 15th May 2026, the schedule will be as follows:
- Singapore → Paro: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
- Paro → Singapore: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
This additional weekly service opens up far more itinerary possibilities, whether you’re planning a short cultural escape or a more immersive journey through Bhutan’s valleys, monasteries, and mountain landscapes.
More flexibility on travel dates
Bhutan is unlike most destinations, largely because Paro is the country’s only international airport and flight schedules often dictate how trips are structured.
An extra weekly flight gives a lot of flexibility to travellers considering that Singapore is one of the busiest transit hubs in Asia. This extra flight frequency is a game changer for those travelling from Singapore, allowing them to start their journey without taking additional days off work due to limited flights.
This makes a noticeable difference in Bhutan, where slow travel is part of the experience. It becomes easier to balance time between Paro, Thimphu and Punakha, add a countryside homestay, enjoy a festival without rushing, or simply build in a rest day to acclimatise and soak in the atmosphere.
Ideal for season travel and festivals
Bhutan’s festivals, or “tshechus”, are some of the most compelling reasons to visit, but they’ve always required careful flight coordination. With increased frequency, arriving just before a major festival — or staying on a little longer after — is far more achievable.
This also helps travellers to plan around shoulder seasons, wellness retreats or family travel, where flexibility often makes the difference between a good trip and a great one. In short, it makes Bhutan feel more accessible without compromising the country’s carefully managed tourism model.
A positive move towards Bhutan’s connectivity
This increase in frequency reflects growing interest in Bhutan from Singapore and the wider region, while still maintaining the exclusivity and sustainability the destination is known for. It’s a thoughtful expansion rather than mass connectivity — very much in line with how Bhutan approaches tourism.
