Travelling from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is seven hours 12 minutes behind Auckland.
Give yourself enough time to make your AKL to KTM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between AKL and KTM:
Guangzhou Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is R 7,912. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 16,650. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from AKL to KTM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Auckland International Airport to Kathmandu Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AKL to KTM.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland International Airport to Kathmandu Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)
70% of flights leaving from Auckland International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Auckland International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to AKL:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
If you're coming in on a late Auckland International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KTM:
Grab a Kathmandu Airport rental car and discover corners of Kathmandu that aren't on every traveller's list. Check out the deals from Spark Car.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week before 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 reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Kathmandu. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Auckland International Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AKL to KTM around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Nepal, consider Patan, about 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu are key highlights.