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R18 807+ Cheap flights to Kathmandu

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KTM
Apr 20 — Apr 271
1 adult

Flights to Kathmandu in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kathmandu in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 15 April 2025.

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R18 807

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R17 369
29/6-10/7
  • 29/6-10/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Kathmandu
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Cheapest flights to Kathmandu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kathmandu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Sun 29/614:15JNB - KTM
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/715:05KTM - JNB
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R18 807
Thu 29/520:25JNB - KTM
1 stop16h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 5/610:05KTM - JNB
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R19 166
Sun 4/522:20JNB - KTM
1 stop16h 20mEmirates
Sat 17/519:25KTM - JNB
1 stop18h 35mEmirates
Deal found 14/4R22 402
Sun 29/69:50JNB - KTM
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/716:20KTM - JNB
1 stop19h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R23 177

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Locate flights to Kathmandu that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
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JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/6

14:15-14:05

2 stops20h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 10/7

15:05-15:50

2 stops28h 30m

R18 807

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

20:25-16:45

1 stop16h 35m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 5/6

10:05-16:10

1 stop33h 50m

R19 166

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

22:20-18:25

1 stop16h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 17/5

19:25-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

R22 402

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/6

9:50-15:40

1 stop26h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 10/7

16:20-8:20

1 stop19h 45m

R23 177

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 14/4

Best time to book a flight to Kathmandu

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kathmandu

When is the best time to book a flight to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Kathmandu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Kathmandu?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu takes 14 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Kathmandu from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Kathmandu should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kathmandu?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu are Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From R742

Emirates

Emirates

From R880

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kathmandu?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu are Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Kathmandu by month

Plan your trip to Kathmandu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kathmandu ranges from 0.0 - 370.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 370.0 mm. November is typically the driest time to visit Kathmandu when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Kathmandu by month

Plan your trip to Kathmandu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kathmandu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kathmandu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kathmandu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kathmandu. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 195 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 195 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 195 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 550 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 195 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 189 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 195 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

FAQs about flying to Kathmandu

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kathmandu?

    Booking a flight to Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) is your only option if you intend on flying to Kathmandu. It is only a 4,1 km journey from Tribhuvan to Kathmandu’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kathmandu if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kathmandu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kathmandu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kathmandu.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kathmandu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kathmandu, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Kathmandu Tribhuvan have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kathmandu Tribhuvan can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kathmandu Tribhuvan?

    Yes. Kathmandu Tribhuvan has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Somewhere Hotel Pvt.Ltd is the closest property to Kathmandu Tribhuvan (0,0 km away from Kathmandu Tribhuvan).

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