Flying from Mopa Airport (GOX) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is 17 minutes ahead of Mopa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your GOX to KTM flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Mopa Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GOX and KTM:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mopa Airport (GOX) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mopa Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is Rs33,918. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs80,929. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from GOX to KTM, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Mopa Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GOX to KTM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Mopa Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Mopa Airport (GOX)
Of the flights that depart from Mopa Airport, 70.2% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Mopa to Mopa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 3 hours 10 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you have a late Mopa Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near KTM:
Pick up a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and discover corners of Kathmandu that aren't the typical tourist stops. Browse the options available from Spark Car.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the busiest month for flights from Mopa Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kathmandu in February.
When reserving your flight from Mopa Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GOX to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Nepal, head for Patan, roughly 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are key highlights.
