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R6 870+ Cheap flights to Kathmandu

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KTM
May 15 — May 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kathmandu in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kathmandu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kathmandu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 15 April 2026.

Fri 15/519:50
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop17h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/519:10
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R12 383
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 23/519:10
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R12 661
Sat 25/412:40
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/510:00
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop21h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R12 906
Sun 2/814:45
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/818:00
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R13 626
Tue 26/59:25
JNB
-
KTM
3 stops19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/619:10
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4R14 526
Wed 13/519:10
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop33h 10m
Emirates
Tue 19/50:35
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop32h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 13/4R16 063
Sat 20/610:05
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop18h 15m
Emirates
Mon 22/60:35
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop19h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 14/4R16 178

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Find the latest flights to Kathmandu in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 15 April 2026.

Return from

R12 383

One-way from

R6 870

Popular in

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Average price

R15 196
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Kathmandu
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Kathmandu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 117 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R134 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

10:05-8:05

1 stop18h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Tue 23/6

9:05-20:35

1 stop15h 15m

R16 063

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

12:40-16:45

1 stop24h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 10/5

19:10-20:30

2 stops29h 05m

R16 488

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

12:40-8:50

1 stop16h 25m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 19/6

18:00-15:20

1 stop25h 05m

R18 762

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

9:25-8:40

3 stops19h 30m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Tue 2/6

19:10-16:15

2 stops24h 50m

R19 057

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

15:05-16:45

2 stops21h 55m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 20/5

19:10-10:30

1 stop19h 05m

R20 921

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

9:25-16:45

3 stops27h 35m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Tue 23/6

10:05-4:00

1 stop21h 40m

R21 199
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

12:40-8:40

1 stop16h 15m

R6 887

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

19:50-8:40

1 stop33h 05m

R6 919

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

19:50-16:45

1 stop17h 10m

R7 835

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

14:15-12:40

3 stops42h 40m

R8 032

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Best time to book a flight to Kathmandu

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kathmandu

When is the best time to book a flight to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Kathmandu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Kathmandu?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu takes 16 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Kathmandu from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kathmandu?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu are Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 156
Emirates
Emirates
From R15 763

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kathmandu?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu are Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Kathmandu by month

Plan your trip to Kathmandu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kathmandu ranges from 0.0 - 370.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 370.0 mm. November is typically the driest time to visit Kathmandu when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Kathmandu by month

Plan your trip to Kathmandu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kathmandu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kathmandu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kathmandu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kathmandu. Reviews last updated 15 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates and Qatar Airways to Nepal. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

FAQs about flying to Kathmandu

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kathmandu?

    Booking a flight to Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) is your only option if you intend on flying to Kathmandu. It is only a 4,1 km journey from Tribhuvan to Kathmandu’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kathmandu if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kathmandu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kathmandu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kathmandu.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kathmandu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kathmandu, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Kathmandu Tribhuvan have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kathmandu Tribhuvan can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kathmandu Tribhuvan?

    Yes. Kathmandu Tribhuvan has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Somewhere Hotel Pvt.Ltd is the closest property to Kathmandu Tribhuvan (0,0 km away from Kathmandu Tribhuvan).

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