Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Around 4 hours 45 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
Kathmandu is two hours 12 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which operates on the UTC+5:47 timezone.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), with 30 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from KUL to KTM is the 5:30am Nepal Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 8pm with Malaysia Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KTM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can find a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport departing from KUL. Book your seat with one of these:
Batik Air Malaysia ranks first in bookings for flights from KUL to KTM.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 70.49% of its services reaching their destination on time.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KTM departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to KTM flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Go beyond Kathmandu and explore places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car from Spark Car.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Rs19,351 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport. Return flights start at Rs42,708. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KTM.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). October is when most people visit Kathmandu. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to KTM flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC.
More about Kathmandu
Start your Kathmandu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tribhuvan International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Kathmandu wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Himalaya Discovery.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Viewpoint, Pokhara Lakeside and Sarangkot sunrise pokhara.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Kathmandu, Biratnagar is another favourite stop in Nepal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and Shiva Mandir.