Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour 47 minutes behind Kathmandu.
Every week, there are 42 Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, select the 00:45 flydubai flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 23:30 with Nepal Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your KTM to DXB flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Dubai (and then other corners of United Arab Emirates) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is flydubai.
Flydubai is the most punctual carrier that operates KTM to DXB flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between KTM and DXB:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is £144. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £279. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from KTM to DXB, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Landing cheap flights from KTM to DXB is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Central Kathmandu to Tribhuvan International Airport is around 3 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near KTM:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 9 miles from the centre of Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the most popular month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Dubai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Dubai Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KTM to DXB in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Dubai. Around 14 miles away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 75 miles south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.