Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Bhutan

VQPRPBH

Paro International Airport

Paro, Bhutan

ICAO

VQPR

IATA

PBH

Category

International Hub

Elevation

7,364 ft

Country

Bhutan

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VQPR

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Paro International Airport (VQPR / PBH) in Paro, Bhutan, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VQPR is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Bhutan

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Bhutan.

Applicable permit lead times for Bhutan are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Bhutan are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at VQPR

Direct FBO and handler coordination at VQPR covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Paro International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Jet A1 Fuel at VQPR

Fuel on record at Paro International Airport: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to VQPR

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for VQPR: 27° 24′ 11″ N 89° 25′ 30″ E; elevation 7,364 ft; local time UTC+6.

Crew & Passenger Services in Paro

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Paro.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VQPR.

Cargo Operations at VQPR

Support for freighter operations into VQPR covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Paro International Airport

Latitude
27° 24′ 11″ N
Longitude
89° 25′ 30″ E
ICAO code
VQPR
IATA code
PBH
Municipality
Paro
Timezone
UTC+6
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To PBH?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VQPR.

Submit flight inquiry for VQPR

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VQPR

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Paro International Airport?

The ICAO code is VQPR and the IATA code is PBH.

Is Jet A1 available at VQPR?

Yes. Fuel on record at Paro International Airport is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at VQPR?

Paro International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does VQPR operate in?

Paro International Airport operates on UTC+6.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for VQPR?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VQPR.