Flying from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is two hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu, where Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your KTM to Taipei flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like February? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from KTM to Taipei with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central Kathmandu to KTM takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to KTM? If you're boarding an early flight from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
51% of flights that take off from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Taipei
$418 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei flight. Return plane tickets start at $976. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from KTM to Taipei, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across each month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Reserving your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from KTM to Taipei can help you get the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your KTM to Taipei flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Taipei
February is the busiest month for flights from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei. To escape the crowds, visit Taipei in December.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from KTM to Taipei in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Taipei 101 and Taipei 101 Observatory are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Taipei travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've seen Taipei, now it's time to discover more of Taiwan. Journey around 129 kilometres southwest to Taichung to check off its leading sights. From Chenghuangmiao to Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple, your itinerary will be busy.
Tainan is another standout destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. No journey is complete without experiencing Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.