Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is five hours 47 minutes ahead of London and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LGW to KTM flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and KTM:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is R 4,395. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 9,482. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to KTM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LGW to KTM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights leaving London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Book a hotel close to KTM if you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Set your own pace with a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Spark Car to explore Kathmandu and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week in advance.
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 London Gatwick Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is February, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to KTM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nepal
You've seen Kathmandu, now it's time to discover other parts of Nepal. Travel about 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Phewa Lake to Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. No visit is complete without checking out Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.