Drukair Royal Bhutan Airlines

Drukair Corporation Limited, operating as Drukair Royal Bhutan Airlines, is the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Bhutan. Established on April 5, 1981, through a Royal Proclamation by His Majesty the Fourth King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, Drukair began commercial operations in 1983. The airline is headquartered in Paro, Bhutan, with its main operational base at Paro International Airport.

Drukair serves both domestic and international markets. It operates scheduled flights to 11 cities internationally across six South Asian countries and covers four domestic destinations within Bhutan. Its international network includes cities such as Bangkok, Kolkata, Dhaka, Delhi, Dubai, Guwahati, Gaya, Bagdogra, Kathmandu, and Singapore.

The airline operates a mixed fleet comprising Airbus A319 and A320neo aircraft, an ATR 42-600, Pilatus PC-24, and Airbus H130 helicopters. The Airbus A320neo features 20 business and 120 economy seats, while the A319 has 16 business and 102 economy seats. The ATR 42-600 carries 8 business and 32 economy seats. The Pilatus PC-24 seats 8 passengers, and the H130 helicopter is configured for either one pilot and six passengers or two pilots and five passengers.

Drukair provides additional services such as helicopter charters and scenic tours. Since November 2022, the Royal Bhutan Helicopter Services Limited has been merged into Drukair, expanding its rotary-wing offerings. The airline offers charter services ideal for various groups including tour operators, corporate clients, and government bookings. It also provides a loyalty program called HappinesSMiles for frequent flyers.

Travelers should note that check-in counters open three hours before departure and close strictly one hour prior. A 5% Goods and Services Tax applies to all services effective January 1, 2026. The airline advises passengers to reconfirm bookings 72 hours before departure and highlights several travel advisories, including luggage weight limits and regional entry requirements.

The company’s mission is to provide safe, reliable service on the ground and in the sky. Drukair emphasizes safety, service standards, and integrity as its core values. It has been operating with a focus on connecting Bhutan to the broader world for over four decades.

Services

• Scheduled Passenger Flights
• Domestic Flights
• International Flights
• Helicopter Charters
• Scenic Helicopter Tours
• Corporate and Group Charters
• Loyalty Program HappinesSMiles
• Special Meal Services
• Online Booking and Check-in
• Travel Advisories and Assistance