Travelling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport is 6 hours 20 minutes.
Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, making Seoul three hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu.
Flights from KTM to ICN start from 19:20 — the first with Korean Air. The last departure is at 20:30 with Korean Air. Overall, you can choose from five weekly Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your KTM to ICN flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Seoul (and then discovering more of South Korea!) is easy with Korean Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Korean Air.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for KTM to ICN flights is Korean Air.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between KTM and ICN include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Tianfu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Currently, R 3,982 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,173. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from KTM to ICN, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from KTM to ICN.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
To reach Tribhuvan International Airport from central Kathmandu, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to KTM:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're getting in on a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
The centre of Seoul is about 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. How long it takes to get there driving will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Seoul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KTM to ICN in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If there's time to check out another major stop in South Korea, consider Incheon, roughly 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are highlights.