Flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is five hours 12 minutes behind Melbourne. Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Melbourne to KTM. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to KTM leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to KTM flight is easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Avalon Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near KTM and turn out the lights sooner:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
Getting from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, central Kathmandu is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
$530 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Return flights start from $1,107. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to KTM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Cheap Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). February is the most popular month to visit Kathmandu. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to KTM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC and 19ºC.
More about Kathmandu
Start your Kathmandu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Kathmandu Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Kathmandu travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Swayambhunath Stupa.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres northwest of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Nepal, consider Biratnagar, about 241 kilometres southeast of Kathmandu. Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and ISKCON Jaljala are key highlights.