Cheap Flights from Zayed International (AUH) to Kathmandu (KTM)

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Flight deals from Zayed International to Kathmandu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £261. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Kathmandu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zayed International to Kathmandu flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Zayed International to Kathmandu

Zayed International to Kathmandu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zayed International to Kathmandu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kathmandu.

Abu Dhabi to Kathmandu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£106
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time4 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Zayed International to Kathmandu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zayed International to Kathmandu is £213. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Zayed International to Kathmandu.
Etihad Airways and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi fly direct from Zayed International to Kathmandu.
As of July 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from Zayed International to Kathmandu.
The cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Kathmandu is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport on Saturday, 22 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 29 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kathmandu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kathmandu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Qatar Airways and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kathmandu.

Travelling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport.

  • Kathmandu is one hour 47 minutes ahead of Abu Dhabi and follows the UTC+5:47 timezone.

  • Choose from seven weekly Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flights. The 09:25 departure with Hi Fly Malta is the earliest you can take. Hi Fly Malta operates the latest service of the day at 09:55.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AUH to KTM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Air Arabia Abu Dhabi offers direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Kathmandu — and maybe even more of Nepal if time allows.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi on this route.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between AUH and KTM include:

    • Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Mumbai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)

  • £106 is the best price for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. A return flight starts at £213. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from AUH to KTM by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from AUH to KTM.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • 75% of flights that take off from Zayed International Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Central Abu Dhabi to Zayed International Airport is approximately 32 kms (20 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near AUH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)

Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu

  • Kathmandu Airport to central Kathmandu has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 6 kms (4 miles) away.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Zayed International Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 19ºC then.

Explore more of Nepal

  • Kathmandu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Nepal waiting to be explored. Around 145 kms (90 miles) north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.

  • Around 6 kms (4 miles) south of Kathmandu, Patan is another favourite stop in Nepal. No visit is complete without checking out Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.

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