Flights to Kathmandu

From London All Airports (LON)(Prices Starting From)

Qatar Airlines

£ 345

Etihad Airlines

£ 350

Qatar Airlines

£ 360

Etihad Airlines

£ 365

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£ 375

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From Heathrow (LHR)(Prices Starting From)

Qatar Airlines

£ 345

Etihad Airlines

£ 350

Qatar Airlines

£ 360

Etihad Airlines

£ 365

Qatar Airlines

£ 375

Etihad Airlines

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From Gatwick Airport (LGW)(Prices Starting From)

Qatar Airlines

£ 425

British Airways

£ 435

Qatar Airlines

£ 445

Emirates Airlines

£ 445

British Airways

£ 455

Etihad Airlines

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From Manchester Airport (MAN)(Prices Starting From)

Qatar Airlines

£ 475

British Airways

£ 485

Qatar Airlines

£ 495

Emirates Airlines

£ 495

British Airways

£ 505

Etihad Airlines

£ 505

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From Birmingham (BHX)(Prices Starting From)

Qatar Airlines

£ 455

Emirates Airlines

£ 465

Qatar Airlines

£ 475

Turkish Airlines

£ 475

Emirates Airlines

£ 485

British Airways

£ 485

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From Edinburgh (EDI)(Prices Starting From)

Emirates Airlines

£ 505

Qatar Airlines

£ 515

Emirates Airlines

£ 525

British Airways

£ 525

Qatar Airlines

£ 535

Etihad Airlines

£ 535

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From Newcastle (NCL)(Prices Starting From)

Qatar Airlines

£ 465

KLM Airlines

£ 475

British Airways

£ 485

Etihad Airlines

£ 495

Emirates Airlines

£ 515

Qatar Airlines

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From Glasgow (GLA)(Prices Starting From)

Emirates Airlines

£ 405

Aer Lingus

£ 415

Emirates Airlines

£ 425

Etihad Airlines

£ 425

Aer Lingus

£ 435

Qatar Airlines

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DISCOVER

Get To Know About Kathmandu

Kathmandu is an incredibly diverse historic city with breathtaking Newari architecture, centuries old Hindu and Buddhist religious sites along with dedicated tourist-friendly accommodations and restaurants. Stepping into Kathmandu is like stepping into another world that everybody should experience at least once in their lifetime.

Kathmandu is a city where ancient traditions rub shoulders with the latest technology. The grandeur of the past enchants the visitor whose gaze may linger on an exquisitely carved wooden window frame, an 18th century bronze sculpture or a spiritually uplifting stupa. Kathmandu, the largest city of Nepal, is the political as well as cultural capital of the country.

Like any big city, Kathmandu has seen rapid expansion in the last decade, but despite the hustle and bustle so typical of metropolitan cities, its people remain refreshingly friendly. The city is a warden of its ancestral value “Atithi Devo Bhava” meaning "Guest is equivalent to God".

Retaining its ancient traditions, Kathmandu is blessed by Living Goddess Kumari and is enriched by endless ceremonial processions and events that take to the streets every now and then with throngs of devotees seeking joy in spiritual celebrations. These religious festivals are steeped in legends and are quite a spectacle with chariot processions and masked dancers often possessed by the spirits of deities.

Kathmandu is a result of diverse culture and lifestyle, a long history of faith and beliefs, and of arts and architecture. Therefore, more than just a city, Kathmandu is a living museum, it is an opportunity to travel back in time and to relive in the history.

AIRPORT

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) is the sole international airport in Nepal. It is located in the Kathmandu Valley about 5 kilometres from the city center of Kathmandu.

The airport code for Tribhuvan International Airport is (KTM).

The airport has one domestic and one international terminal. At present, over 30 international airlines connect Nepal to destinations in Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and the airport serves as a hub for several Nepalese airlines. It is the sole international airport in Nepal.

Some of the major airlines operating at Kathmandu Airport (KTM) are:

Etihad Airways
Jet Airways
Oman Air
Qatar Airways
Turkish Airlines
Thai Airways

THINGS TO DO

Top Attractions In Kathmandu

Kathmandu is an incredibly busy, energetic and bustling city in the heart of Nepal and usually the first point of call for most international visitors to the country. You will be spoilt for choices as there are incredible amount of things to do in Kathmandu.

Kathmandu's ancient old city is set around the Durbar Square at Basantapur, south of Thamel, where the royal family lived until the 19th century. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. In addition to the Royal Palace (Hanuman Dhoka), there are many Hindu and Buddhist temples dating as far back as the 12th century.

Located in the city itself si another heritage and pilgrimage site, Pashupatinath Templeis a Hindu temple that’s one of the best things to do in Kathmandu. This sacred place is known the world-over by Hindus, with millions visiting here during Maha Shivaratri.

On the northeast outskirts of Kathmandu, within walking distance of Pashupatinath (about 20 minutes), Boudhanathis the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal. It's an important center of Tibetan Buddhism and culture, as well as being a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

WHEN TO TRAVEL

Best Times To Travel To Kathmandu

The onset of Autumn, between the months of September and November, is said to be the best time to visit Kathmandu. This period between the summers and winters provide some of the best weather conditions. The summer months, along with heavy rainfall, have passed by, and the cool temperatures of the winters slowly start to come in. It provides ideal conditions for trekking as well, as the skies are largely clear and the views are quite stunning.

Also, Nepal celebrates Dussehra(or Dashain), which is the biggest Hindu festival, which brings immesne auspiciousness and energy to the city of Kathmandu. Dashain is followed by the celebration of Tihar, making these months in Kathmandu the perfect time to revel in its beauty.

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