Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport is 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Doha is UTC+3, which is two hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu.
Flights from KTM to DOH start at 02:15 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last service of the day is at 23:00 with Nepal Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 42 weekly Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
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 enough time to board your KTM to DOH flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport, so jetting off to Doha (and then visiting more of Qatar!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Himalaya Airlines on this route.
With 75.61% of services arriving as scheduled, Nepal Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering KTM to DOH flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KTM and DOH:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
R 2,745 is the lowest price for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 6,083. These fares may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from KTM to DOH, reserve your trip three months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Central Kathmandu to Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to KTM:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Reserve a hotel near DOH if you have a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Hamad International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and venture far and wide through Doha and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hamad International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Doha. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Doha based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hamad International Airport for July if you want to visit Doha during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 31ºC (88ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KTM to DOH sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Qatar
You've done Doha, now it's time to discover other corners of Qatar. Travel about 11 kilometres west to Ar Rayyan to tick off its leading attractions. From Green Spine to Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is another sought-after destination in Qatar and is around 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. No journey is complete without a visit to Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣).