Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is five hours 47 minutes ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to make your STN to KTM flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Stansted Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the STN to KTM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
At the moment, R 4,329 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,261. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from STN to KTM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
When it comes to Stansted Airport's on-time performance, 64.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Stansted Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near STN:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Stansted 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 most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Spark Car.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to the centre of Kathmandu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Stansted Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is February, while September is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Stansted Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from STN to KTM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal you'll want to see. About 145 kilometres 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.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Nepal, consider Patan, roughly 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are key highlights.