Travelling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is two hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu, where Tribhuvan International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your KTM to Taipei flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from KTM to Taipei with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Central Kathmandu to KTM is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near KTM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Taipei
R 3,512 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 7,218. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from KTM to Taipei, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from KTM to Taipei.
Save money on your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Travel at your own speed with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and experience more of Taipei and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from KTM to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your KTM to Taipei flight:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make collecting a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Taipei in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from KTM to Taipei around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Taipei, explore our selection of hotels including:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are just two of the big attractions to add to your Taipei must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be explored after you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Taiwan, consider Tainan, about 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are key reasons to visit.