Travelling from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Tehran's main base, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is two hours 17 minutes ahead of Tehran. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Tehran to KTM.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Tehran to KTM with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IKA and KTM include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
To reach IKA from central Tehran, it takes around 1 hour to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are close to Imam Khomeini International Airport. They're a particularly great choice if you have an early flight out.
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, 69.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Have a late flight from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near KTM and turn in quicker:
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For the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport is R 4,705. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,796. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Tehran to KTM, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Tehran to KTM couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
February is the quietest month for flights from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), while October is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Kathmandu based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Tehran to KTM plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Kathmandu
Start your Kathmandu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Tribhuvan International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Kathmandu when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Kathmandu Durbar Square followed by Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Himalaya Discovery.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Nepal just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Viewpoint, Pokhara Lakeside and Sarangkot sunrise pokhara.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Kathmandu, Biratnagar is another favourite stop in Nepal. Start your sightseeing at Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and Shiva Mandir.
