How long is the flight from South Africa to Kathmandu?

Airlines like Qatar Airways and Emirates fly from South Africa to Kathmandu in about 17h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9809 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kathmandu ranges from 0.0 - 370.0 inches 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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Kathmandu?

The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Kathmandu are Cape Town Intl - Kathmandu Tribhuvan, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kathmandu Tribhuvan and Durban King Shaka Intl - Kathmandu Tribhuvan.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to KTM?

When flying from South Africa to Kathmandu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Kathmandu from South Africa?

For a flight from South Africa to Kathmandu, you will be flying into Tribhuvan. Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) is just 4,1 km from the centre of the city.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Kathmandu that include hotel bookings?

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Fri 15/519:50

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Deal found 13/4R12 655

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Tue 8/913:15

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Deal found 15/4R13 586

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Deal found 13/4R13 602

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Deal found 14/4R19 284

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Deal found 14/4R19 317

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Sat 20/69:25

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Round-trip from	R12 361
One-way from	R6 907
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Average price	R15 169

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Sat 20/6

10:05-8:05

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JohannesburgKathmandu

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12:40-8:40

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Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 23/5

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JohannesburgKathmandu

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Sun 31/5

15:05-16:45

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R16 590

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R16 884

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kathmandu (average of R8 426). Flying from South Africa to Kathmandu in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 687). 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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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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8,1

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 730 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 560 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Kathmandu from South Africa?
For a flight from South Africa to Kathmandu, you will be flying into Tribhuvan. Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) is just 4,1 km from the centre of the city.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Kathmandu?
Airlines like Qatar Airways and Emirates fly from South Africa to Kathmandu in about 17h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9809 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Kathmandu?
The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Kathmandu are Cape Town Intl - Kathmandu Tribhuvan, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kathmandu Tribhuvan and Durban King Shaka Intl - Kathmandu Tribhuvan.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Kathmandu that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Kathmandu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Kathmandu?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Kathmandu.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Kathmandu?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Kathmandu?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kathmandu (average of R8 426). Flying from South Africa to Kathmandu in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 687). 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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