Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is four hours 47 minutes ahead of Lyon and observes the UTC+5:47 timezone.
To ensure you get on your LYS to KTM flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LYS and KTM:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is $243. A round-trip ticket right now is $596. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from LYS to KTM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of the departures from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LYS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KTM if you're catching a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Kathmandu and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car from Spark Car.
Reserving your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to the center of Kathmandu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometers away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Kathmandu in February.
Book your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport for June if you want to visit Kathmandu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LYS to KTM around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometers north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Patan is another essential stop in Nepal and is around 6 kilometers south of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without visiting Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.