Cheap Flights from Istanbul (ISTA) to Kathmandu (KTM)

Flying from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know

• There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).

• Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 3 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport.

• Kathmandu is 2 hours 47 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which operates on the UTC+5:47 timezone.

• With 7 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 01:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from IST to KTM is with Turkish Airlines at 20:20.

• Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to KTM.

• Travelling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

• Get to your destination in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) can be booked from here.

• If you want to leave from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport with Turkish Airlines.

• We make it a breeze to book a flight from Istanbul to KTM that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between IST and KTM include:

  • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB)

• IST is roughly 30 miles from the centre of Istanbul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.

• After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • Pilot Hotel

  • Stone House Apart Hotel

  • YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport, Duty Free - International Transit Area

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

• Looking for other options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)? Check out the fares jetting out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

• Break up your flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and KTM are:

  • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

• Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour and 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 30 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 57 minutes.

• You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to KTM:

  • ISG Sabiha Gokcen Airport Hotel

  • Airport Residence

  • İstanbul Houses Sabiha Gökçen Airport Hotel

About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

• If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near KTM:

  • Budget Backpackers Hostel

  • Heranya Hostel

  • the Cove Studio apartment, Greentara Heritage Home by Tranquil Home

Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu

• Tribhuvan International Airport to central Kathmandu takes about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 3 miles away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

• The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport is £102. The cheapest price for a return flight is £234. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

• To pick up cheap tickets from Istanbul to KTM, book your trip 7 months before your planned departure.

• You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport if you travel in April. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.

• Locking in a cheap ticket from Istanbul to KTM is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

• Customise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' options first.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

• It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport. October is the most popular month for a trip to Kathmandu. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.

• The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to KTM in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

• For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC.

More about Kathmandu

• After locking in your flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kathmandu:

  • Hotel Gaule

  • Budget Backpackers Hostel

  • Heranya Hostel

• Swayambhunath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Kathmandu to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Boudhanath Stupa.

Complete your Kathmandu trip with a car rental

• Finding you a cheap flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Browse our car rentals in Kathmandu and explore on your own terms. We search for deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.