Travelling from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Kathmandu is two hours 47 minutes ahead of Dammam and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Flights from DMM to KTM start at 01:30 — the earliest with Himalaya Airlines. The last departure is at 02:00 with Himalaya Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your DMM to KTM flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Kathmandu (and then seeing more of Nepal!) is a snap with Himalaya Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Himalaya Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DMM and KTM:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is R 1,897. A return plane ticket right now is R 3,254. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from DMM to KTM by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
83.88% of flights departing from King Fahd International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of DMM.
Central Dammam to King Fahd International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you have a late King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near KTM:
Grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and discover parts of Kathmandu that aren't the typical tourist stops. Book your wheels with Spark Car.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Kathmandu. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from King Fahd International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport for June if you want to explore Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DMM to KTM in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
You've seen Kathmandu, now it's time to explore other corners of Nepal. Travel about 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to tick off its top sights. From Phewa Lake to Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Nepal, consider Patan, about 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are key highlights.