Travel to Kathmandu

Flying to Kathmandu

Airlines offering flights to Kathmandu include Qatar Airways, Etihad, Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways, Silk Air, Jet Airways, Air India, and national carrier Nepal Airlines. Most routes from Europe connect through India or the Persian Gulf. Note that Nepali airlines have a poor safety record, particularly for domestic flights.

There can be a lot of demand for seats in the peak trekking season from October to November and February to April, particularly on the busy route between Delhi and Kathmandu. If you go trekking, allow a few days between the end of your trek and your flight home in case of delays flying back to Kathmandu from the trailheads.

All of Nepal’s airports are operating as normal after the earthquakes, but several airlines have altered their routes because of fuel shortages in Nepal, with additional stops en route to or from Nepal. Prices for domestic flights have also increased significantly because of the fuel shortages.

Flight times

From London - 13 hours; New York - 21 hours; Los Angeles - 21 hours; Toronto - 21 hours; Sydney - 14 hours.

City Airports: 
Telephone:+977 1 411 3033
Website:www.tiairport.com.np
Location:

Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located 5km (3 miles) east of Kathmandu.


Money:

There is one currency exchange counter in the departure lounge and two in the arrivals lounge. Several ATMs are located throughout the airport.


Luggage:

There are numerous individuals around the airport who will offer to carry luggage (for a fee). Trolley services are available throughout both terminals and the baggage help desk located in the arrivals area provides information for passengers about their luggage. Any lost baggage can also be reported to the baggage help desk.




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