Traveling from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Istanbul Airport (IST) is Istanbul's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) taking off from here.
Take off on a direct Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight and you'll be traveling for around 7 hours 5 minutes.
Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu. The city follows the UTC+5:47 timezone and is two hours 47 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Take your pick of 5 direct flights a week between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). This is the busiest route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 1:25am departure from IST to KTM.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Istanbul to KTM.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) depart from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport departing from IST.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines between IST and KTM.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Istanbul to KTM that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and KTM include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and KTM:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
You can get to SAW from the center of Istanbul in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 48 kilometers or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to KTM flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
About Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KTM:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is around 6 kilometers from central Kathmandu. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
At the moment, AED 859 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,806. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to KTM.
The best month for landing cheap Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Kathmandu. February is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Istanbul to KTM plane ticket departing in June if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kathmandu to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Kathmandu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kathmandu right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa are must-visits when exploring Kathmandu.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be explored once you've seen Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometers away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Nepal, consider Biratnagar, about 241 kilometers southeast of Kathmandu. Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and ISKCON Jaljala are among the biggest draws.