Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is five hours 47 minutes ahead of London and follows the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Your LHR to KTM flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between LHR and KTM:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is $713. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,185. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to KTM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to KTM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Consider booking a hotel close to KTM if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go beyond Kathmandu and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car from Spark Car.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Kathmandu. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHR to KTM sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nepal
You've visited Kathmandu, now it's time to explore other corners of Nepal. Travel around 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to check off its top sights. From Phewa Lake to Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Nepal, head for Patan, about 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are key reasons to visit.