Flying from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Dubai. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) jetting off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
Kathmandu is one hour 47 minutes ahead of Dubai. Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which runs on the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) is the most popular route. There are 34 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with flydubai at 6:10pm. Opt for the first DXB to KTM departure operated by flydubai at 2:05am if getting there sooner works for you.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to KTM, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
You can take a direct flight from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Well-known carriers that have direct flights from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport leaving from DXB include:
The top choice among passengers flying between DXB and KTM is flydubai.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is flydubai.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to KTM leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Dubai International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
71% of flights that depart Dubai International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to KTM flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
About Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near KTM and shut your eyes sooner:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
Getting from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Central Kathmandu is around 6 kilometres from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
At the moment, $177 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $417. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to KTM.
The best month for picking up cheap Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
February is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). Visit Kathmandu in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Dubai to KTM plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Kathmandu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kathmandu right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Dubai to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Kathmandu when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Kathmandu Durbar Square followed by Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal just waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres northwest of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Biratnagar is another standout destination in Nepal and is around 241 kilometres southeast of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without dropping by Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and ISKCON Jaljala.
