Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is three hours 47 minutes ahead of Athens.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to KTM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and KTM:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is Rs75,670. A return fare is currently Rs154,838. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ATH to KTM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Athens International Airport to Kathmandu Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to KTM.
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Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Athens International Airport, 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Athens International Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Athens International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Go beyond Kathmandu and check out places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own wheels. You can pick up a Kathmandu Airport rental car from Spark Car.
Reserving your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Kathmandu Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Kathmandu. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
November is the most popular month for flights from Athens International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Kathmandu in March.
When booking your flight from Athens International Airport to Kathmandu Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to KTM in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Nepal
You've visited Kathmandu, now it's time to explore other parts of Nepal. Travel about 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to check off its leading sights. From Phewa Lake to Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Nepal, consider Patan, about 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu are key highlights.