Traveling from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is one hour 47 minutes ahead of Muscat and follows the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Your MCT to KTM flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MCT and KTM:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is $147. A return ticket right now is $370. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MCT to KTM, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Muscat Airport to Kathmandu Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Muscat Airport (MCT)
Of all flights leaving Muscat Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Muscat Airport from central Muscat, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MCT. Whether you have an early flight from Muscat Airport to Kathmandu Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
If you're arriving on a late Muscat Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KTM:
Venture beyond Kathmandu and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Kathmandu Airport rental car from Spark Car.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Kathmandu Airport is roughly 6 kilometers from the center of Kathmandu. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
November is the most popular month for flights from Muscat Airport to Kathmandu Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Kathmandu in March.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Muscat Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCT to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Nepal just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometers north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 6 kilometers south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.