Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, making Kathmandu five hours 47 minutes ahead of London.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LHR to KTM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and KTM:
Istanbul Airport
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is $351. A return ticket is currently $666. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to KTM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LHR to KTM.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
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For the best deal, reserve your ride from Kathmandu Airport around one week before you travel.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Kathmandu. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kathmandu Airport for June if you'd like to explore Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to KTM in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometers north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
If there's time to check out another corner of Nepal, head for Patan, about 6 kilometers south of Kathmandu. Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu are among the biggest draws.