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Prices and Cost of Living in Bhutan

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Prices in Bhutan

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Bhutan, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)0.00 PLN
Banana (1kg)0.00 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)0.00 PLN
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)0.00 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)0.00 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)0.00 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)0.00 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)0.00 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)0.00 PLN
Lettuce (1 head)0.00 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)0.00 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)0.00 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)0.00 PLN
Onion (1kg)0.00 PLN
Oranges (1kg)0.00 PLN
Potato (1kg)0.00 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)0.00 PLN
Tomato (1kg)0.00 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)0.00 PLN

Food and beverage prices in Bhutan

Popular food products found on store shelves in Bhutan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 56.49 INR (0 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 355 INR (0 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 60.05 INR (0 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 63.42 INR (0 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 118 INR (0 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 263 INR (0 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 28.6 INR (0 PLN). Dairy prices in Bhutan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 70.07 INR (0 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 348 INR (0 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 285 INR (0 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 139 INR (0 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 68.6 INR (0 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)0.00 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)0.00 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)0.00 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)0.00 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)0.00 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course0.00 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant0.00 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)0.00 PLN

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Bhutan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 108 INR (0 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 42 INR (0 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 250 INR (0 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1500 INR (0 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 250 INR (0 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)0.00 PLN
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.00 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)0.00 PLN
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)0.00 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)0.00 PLN

How much does transportation cost in Bhutan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 128 INR (0 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1252 INR (0 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 80 INR (0 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 90 INR (0 PLN).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L2.97 PLN
Gasoline 1L2.84 PLN

Fuel prices in Bhutan

Average fuel prices in Bhutan are 64.86 INR (2.84 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 67.77 INR (2.97 PLN) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat0.00 PLN
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult0.00 PLN
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)0.00 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre0.00 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre0.00 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre0.00 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre0.00 PLN

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bhutan?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Bhutan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 8679 INR (0 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 10514 INR (0 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 210032 INR (0 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre0.00 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre0.00 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)0.00 PLN

Hotel Prices in Bhutan

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

What is the average cost of a hotel room?

Accommodation prices in Bhutan vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Thimphu (December 2024) ranges from 1942 INR (85 PLN) per night in a hostel to about 5348 INR (234 PLN) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 42503 INR (1861 PLN) upwards.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
4
169 PLN
Hotel Damisa
32
234 PLN
Gakyil
9
659 PLN
The Gochukha Hotel
3
3 062 PLN
Pemako Thimphu
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices of products and services in Bhutan. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 10/2024.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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