Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is two hours 12 minutes behind Shanghai.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PVG to KTM flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Himalaya Airlines is your ticket to exploring Kathmandu (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Nepal!). Check out the direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Himalaya Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between PVG and KTM:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Kunming Changshui International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is R 1,997. A return fare is currently R 4,786. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PVG to KTM.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down 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 PVG to KTM.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Of the departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to PVG? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're landing on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near KTM:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Spark Car to explore beyond Kathmandu's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to the centre of Kathmandu has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Kathmandu. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from PVG to KTM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another favourite stop in Nepal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.