Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is 7 hours 3 minutes. Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, making Kathmandu 2 hours 47 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Every week, there are 7 flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 01:20 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from IST to KTM is 20:20 with Turkish Airlines.
Traveling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Kathmandu (and then seeing more of Nepal!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the IST - KTM route include:
Hamad International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Nepal, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to KTM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is C$301. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$837. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from IST to KTM by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Traveling from central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KTM:
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the center of Kathmandu. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 16 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
October is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Kathmandu in February.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from IST to KTM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Kathmandu
After locking in your flights from IST to KTM, you'll want to find a place to stay in Kathmandu. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa are among the things you can't miss in Kathmandu.
Complete your Kathmandu trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tribhuvan International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Kathmandu trip.