Flying from Rajbiraj Airport (RJB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is 30 minutes.
Rajbiraj and Kathmandu are both in the UTC+5:47 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are seven Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, select the 13:50 Buddha Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 13:50 with Buddha Air.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RJB to KTM flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as May. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Kathmandu (and then seeing more of Nepal!) is a cinch with Buddha Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Buddha Air on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajbiraj Airport (RJB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is Rs38,028. A return plane ticket is currently Rs76,901. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RJB to KTM.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Rajbiraj Airport (RJB)
To reach Rajbiraj Airport from central Rajbiraj, it takes around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're coming in on a late Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KTM:
Grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and explore corners of Kathmandu that are off the usual tourist route. Find your ideal set of wheels with Spark Car.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to the centre of Kathmandu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the most popular month for flights from Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kathmandu in February.
Lock in your flight from Rajbiraj Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RJB to KTM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Nepal, consider Patan, about 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are key reasons to visit.
