Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is three hours 47 minutes ahead of Sofia and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Your SOF to KTM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SOF and KTM include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is Rs91,995. A return fare is currently Rs221,302. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SOF to KTM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Sofia Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SOF to KTM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SOF? If you're boarding an early flight from Sofia Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're arriving on a late Sofia Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near KTM:
Grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and discover corners of Kathmandu that aren't on a typical itinerary. Book your wheels with Spark Car.
Reserving your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Kathmandu. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport for June if you'd like to go to Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SOF to KTM sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Nepal waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. No visit is complete without checking out Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.
