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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu from R17 160

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KTM
maalis 18 — maalis 251
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Kathmandu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Kathmandu (KTM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 maaliskuu 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 160

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 318
31/3-6/4
  • 31/3-6/4
  • 6 total stops
  • 74h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Kathmandu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R4 688 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 022 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Kathmandu

Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 maaliskuu 2025.

ma 31/31:15JNB - KTM
3 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
su 6/417:00KTM - JNB
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3R17 160
su 4/513:25JNB - KTM
1 stop31h 00mEmirates
la 17/59:00KTM - JNB
1 stop29h 00mEmirates
Deal found 12/3R20 402
ti 1/420:40JNB - KTM
1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways
su 6/410:05KTM - JNB
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R24 596
la 27/1214:30JNB - KTM
3 stops28h 15mMalaysia Airlines
pe 9/123:30KTM - JNB
2 stops38h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 12/3R45 693

Find flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 13 maaliskuu 2025.

Fly from

Johannesburg

Fly to

Kathmandu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma 31/3

1:15-20:05

3 stops39h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

su 6/4

17:00-0:15

3 stops35h 00m

R17 160

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

su 4/5

13:25-0:10

1 stop31h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

la 17/5

9:00-10:15

1 stop29h 00m

R20 402

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ti 1/4

20:40-16:45

1 stop16h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

su 6/4

10:05-16:10

1 stop33h 50m

R24 596

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 12/3

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 7 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu is 14 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu (average of R733). Flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu in October is currently the most expensive (average of R948). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to KTM?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 maaliskuu 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Kathmandu in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg 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.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Kathmandu flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 inches 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 13 maaliskuu 2025.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kathmandu from Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Kathmandu from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Tribhuvan, which is the city’s only airport. Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) is located 4,1 km from the centre of Kathmandu. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg to Tribhuvan per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Kathmandu is Emirates. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R20 402 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Qatar Airways, starting at R24 596.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Kathmandu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Kathmandu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu (average of R733). Flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu in October is currently the most expensive (average of R948). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu

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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 327AverageR15 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 065AverageR19 866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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