Traveling from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is 17 minutes ahead of Dharamsala and observes the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DHM to KTM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger 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.
If you'd love to check out another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Gaggal Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport is a sought-after stop between DHM and KTM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Right now, $171 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gaggal Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $490. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DHM to KTM, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Gaggal Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DHM to KTM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Gaggal Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Gaggal Airport (DHM)
Gaggal Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DHM land on schedule 86.02% of the time.
Gaggal Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Dharamsala. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Gaggal Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near DHM:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gaggal Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Go beyond Kathmandu and discover places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car from Spark Car.
Reserving your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometers from central Kathmandu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the most popular month for flights from Gaggal Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Kathmandu in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Gaggal Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from DHM to KTM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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 once you've seen Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Around 6 kilometers 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.