Travelling from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is 17 minutes ahead of Ranchi and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your IXR to KTM flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birsa Munda Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between IXR and KTM:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birsa Munda Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is R 2,787. A round-trip ticket is currently R 6,288. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from IXR to KTM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birsa Munda Airport, 63.79% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Birsa Munda Airport from central Ranchi, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to IXR? If you're boarding an early flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birsa Munda Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Go beyond Kathmandu and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car from Spark Car.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to central Kathmandu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXR 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 discover more of Nepal. Journey around 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to tick off its leading sights. From Phewa Lake to Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Patan is another favourite destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without seeing Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.
