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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu from R7 440

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KTM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 May 2026.

Sun 2/89:25
JNB
-
KTM
3 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/811:05
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R16 665
Thu 19/1118:50
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop15h 25m
Emirates
Mon 30/110:45
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 17/5R17 949
Sun 2/812:40
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 13/811:05
KTM
-
JNB
2 stops33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R18 333
Tue 11/810:05
JNB
-
KTM
1 stop18h 15m
Emirates
Sun 23/89:05
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 14/5R19 668
Thu 19/1114:30
JNB
-
KTM
2 stops36h 05m
Kuwait Airways
Mon 30/110:15
KTM
-
JNB
2 stops40h 35m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 17/5R21 619
Thu 19/1113:25
JNB
-
KTM
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/110:45
KTM
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R23 187
Thu 19/1115:05
JNB
-
KTM
2 stops21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/1218:45
KTM
-
JNB
3 stops24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R28 943

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Kathmandu (KTM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 668

One-way from

R7 440

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 080
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 11/8-23/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Kathmandu
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Kathmandu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 788 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 315 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

9:25-9:50

3 stops20h 40m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 13/8

11:05-4:00

1 stop20h 40m

R16 665

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

12:40-16:45

1 stop24h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 13/8

11:05-16:50

2 stops33h 30m

R18 333

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

10:05-8:05

1 stop18h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 23/8

9:05-5:30

1 stop24h 10m

R19 668
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

12:40-8:40

1 stop16h 15m

R7 440

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

12:40-18:10

2 stops25h 45m

R7 757

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu (average of R8 608). Flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 962). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 18 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Qatar Airways from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 570 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Kathmandu from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Tribhuvan, which is the city’s only airport. Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) is located 4,1 km from the centre of Kathmandu. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg to Tribhuvan per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

    Qatar Airways and Emirates can get you from Johannesburg to Kathmandu in just under 18h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 05m. The distance from Johannesburg to Kathmandu is about 8544 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Kathmandu is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R12 437 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Emirates, starting at R16 079. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Kathmandu for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Kathmandu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Kathmandu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kathmandu (average of R8 608). Flying from Johannesburg to Kathmandu in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 962). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 437AverageR15 208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 079AverageR18 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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