Flying from London to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to leave from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu. The city operates on the UTC+5:47 timezone and is five hours 47 minutes ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to KTM.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from London to KTM leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Located around 31 kilometers from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Tribhuvan International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from London to Tribhuvan International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and KTM:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to KTM flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
When searching for a flight ticket from London to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a pit stop at Dubai Airport (DXB), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
From the center of London, STN is around 64 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Tribhuvan International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Flights that take off from STN arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Have a late flight from London to Tribhuvan International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near KTM and fast-forward to bedtime:
Venture beyond Kathmandu and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car from Spark Car.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
At the moment, AED 843 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Tribhuvan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,892. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to KTM if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest London to Tribhuvan International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), while October is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Kathmandu based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your London to KTM flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Kathmandu
Start your Kathmandu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Tribhuvan International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Kathmandu wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Himalaya Discovery.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometers away to the north-west, popular attractions include Viewpoint, Pokhara Lakeside and Sarangkot sunrise pokhara.
Biratnagar is another must-experience destination in Nepal and is around 241 kilometers south-east of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without visiting Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and Shiva Mandir.