Flying from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Kathmandu is two hours 12 minutes behind Taipei. Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which runs on the UTC+5:47 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Taipei to KTM.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Travelling from central Taipei to TPE takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
73% of flights leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is about 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Taipei to KTM flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Taipei Songshan Airport:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a track record for punctuality. 92% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near KTM:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Central Kathmandu is around 6 kilometres from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is R 4,488. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,242. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Taipei to KTM if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Kathmandu. February is when most people book flights from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Taipei to KTM plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kathmandu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Kathmandu right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Taipei to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa are must-do's during your Kathmandu adventure.
Explore more of Nepal
You've visited Kathmandu, now it's time to discover more of Nepal. Travel around 145 kilometres northwest to Pokhara to check off its popular sights. From Phewa Lake to Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Biratnagar is another essential stop in Nepal and is around 241 kilometres southeast of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without visiting Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and ISKCON Jaljala.