Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is one hour 12 minutes behind Chiang Mai.
Your CNX to KTM flight won't wait if you're 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.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between CNX and KTM:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Rs35,352 is the best price for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs79,398. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CNX to KTM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
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Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
76.37% of flights that take off from Chiang Mai International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Chiang Mai International Airport from central Chiang Mai, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CNX:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chiang Mai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Pick up a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and discover corners of Kathmandu that aren't the typical tourist stops. Book your wheels with Spark Car.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CNX to KTM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal just waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Patan is another well-known destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without a visit to Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.
