Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is 12 hours 48 minutes ahead of Vancouver and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
To ensure you get on your YVR to KTM flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is R 6,919. A round-trip ticket is currently R 19,806. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from YVR to KTM, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YVR to KTM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vancouver International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and explore corners of Kathmandu that aren't in every guidebook. You can book your wheels with Spark Car.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Kathmandu in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to KTM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
You've visited Kathmandu, now it's time to explore other corners of Nepal. Travel around 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to check off its leading attractions. From Phewa Lake to Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.