Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, which makes Kathmandu one hour 47 minutes ahead of Baku.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your GYD to KTM flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between GYD and KTM include:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
R 3,238 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 7,350. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GYD to KTM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from GYD to KTM.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
83.46% of flights leaving Heydar Aliyev International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from GYD.
Central Baku to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to GYD:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're arriving on a late Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near KTM:
Start your adventure sooner with a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserving your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Kathmandu. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from GYD to KTM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another favourite stop in Nepal. Start your sightseeing at Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.