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Thu, Nov 26
Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£211
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Fri, Nov 27
Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£217
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Wed, Nov 25
Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£217
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Fri, Nov 27
Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£226
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Wed, Nov 25
Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£229
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Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£571
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Wed, Nov 25 – Mon, Nov 30
Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£573
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Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£586
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Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

£596
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Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

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Xining XNNKathmandu KTM

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How much do flights to Kathmandu cost?

Getting from Kathmandu airport to the city center

Kathmandu is served by Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Nepal's only international airport, located approximately 6 km east of the city center. Despite the short distance, airport transfers to city center destinations can take 20 to 60 minutes depending on traffic conditions, which are notoriously congested in the Kathmandu Valley. Transport options include prepaid taxis, metered taxis, hotel shuttles, ride-hailing services, local buses, and private transfers. The airport has a dedicated prepaid taxi counter inside the arrivals hall, which is the recommended option for first-time visitors.

Notes:

  • Prices in NPR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Kathmandu traffic is highly unpredictable; allow extra time during rush hours (8–10 AM, 4–7 PM).
  • Prepaid taxi counters are located inside the arrivals hall; pay before exiting to avoid haggling.
  • Ride-hailing apps require local SIM or WiFi; drivers may have limited English.
  • Local buses depart from the main road outside the airport; not recommended with heavy luggage.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Kathmandu

Depart from
Xining Caojiabao International
Arrive to
Tribhuvan International
Average flights per week
267
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Nepal - Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu, Nepal - Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu, Nepal

Check-in for a flight from Xining to Kathmandu

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
China Eastern AirlinesCESMUYes
China Southern AirlinesCSNCZYes
Air ChinaCCACAYes
IndiGo AirlinesIGO6ENo
Air India LimitedAICAIYes

Weather in Kathmandu

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January15°C5°C
February18°C6°C
March22°C10°C
April26°C14°C
May26°C15°C
June26°C18°C
July24°C18°C
August24°C18°C
September24°C16°C
October22°C13°C
November18°C9°C
December16°C6°C
Hottest Month
26°C
June
Coldest month
5°C
January
Sunny days
198
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
14 Nov
33%
19°C9°C
21 Nov
21°C10°C
Sunday
15 Nov
24%
19°C10°C
22 Nov
21°C9°C
Monday
16 Nov
36%
20°C10°C
23 Nov
20°C9°C
Tuesday
17 Nov
17%
19°C9°C
24 Nov
20°C9°C
Wednesday
18 Nov
19°C8°C
25 Nov
21°C9°C
Thursday
19 Nov
21°C9°C
26 Nov
21°C10°C
Friday
20 Nov
21°C10°C
27 Nov
21°C10°C
The most popular airlines for this route are China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air China, IndiGo Airlines, and Air India Limited. Xining and Kathmandu have 267 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Kathmandu, consider visiting Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Nepal, Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu, Nepal, and Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu, Nepal.

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