Flying from Nepalganj Airport (KEP) to Pokhara Airport (PKR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 25 minutes.
Take your pick of seven weekly Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport flights. The 10:55 departure with Buddha Air is the earliest you can take. Buddha Air operates the last service of the day at 10:55.
Leave enough time to make your KEP to PKR flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Pokhara (and then exploring more of Nepal!) is a cinch with Buddha Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Buddha Air on this route.
If you'd like to discover a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Tribhuvan International Airport is a sought-after stop between KEP and PKR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nepalganj Airport (KEP) to Pokhara Airport (PKR)
Rs54,786 is the lowest price for a one-way Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs109,638. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KEP to PKR.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport.
Handy information about Nepalganj Airport (KEP)
Central Nepalganj to Nepalganj Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near KEP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Pokhara Airport (PKR)
If you're landing on a late Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near PKR:
Getting from Pokhara Airport (PKR) to central Pokhara
From Pokhara Airport, Pokhara is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Pokhara Airport (PKR)
May is the busiest month for flights from Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Pokhara in February.
The warmest month in Pokhara is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Nepalganj Airport to Pokhara Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from KEP to PKR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of Nepal
You've visited Pokhara, now it's time to explore more of Nepal. Travel around 145 kilometres east to Kathmandu to check off its top sights. From Swayambhunath Stupa to Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Patan is another standout destination in Nepal and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Pokhara. No journey is complete without dropping by Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.
