Flying from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is 17 minutes ahead of Pune.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your PNQ to KTM flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Pune Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between PNQ and KTM:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Mumbai Airport
Kolkata Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pune Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is $177. A return ticket is currently $451. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from PNQ to KTM, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Pune Airport to Kathmandu Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PNQ to KTM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Pune Airport to Kathmandu Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Pune Airport (PNQ)
64% of flights that depart Pune Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Pune Airport from central Pune, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to PNQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Pune Airport to Kathmandu Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Pune Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Kathmandu Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Pune Airport to Kathmandu Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Pune Airport to Kathmandu Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from PNQ to KTM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Nepal
You've seen Kathmandu, now it's time to explore more of Nepal. Journey about 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to tick off its top sights. From Phewa Lake to Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Patan is another essential stop in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without seeing Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.