Travelling from Entebbe Airport (EBB) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, which makes Kathmandu two hours 47 minutes ahead of Entebbe.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EBB to KTM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Entebbe Airport to Kathmandu Airport. These are the top stopovers between EBB and KTM:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Handy information about Entebbe Airport (EBB)
Of the departures from Entebbe Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
Central Entebbe to Entebbe Airport is approximately 6 kms (4 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near EBB. Whether you have an early flight from Entebbe Airport to Kathmandu Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Entebbe Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Pick up a Kathmandu Airport rental car and explore corners of Kathmandu that are off the usual tourist route. Find your perfect set of wheels with Spark Car.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Kathmandu Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Kathmandu Airport is roughly 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Kathmandu. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Entebbe 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Entebbe Airport to Kathmandu Airport for June if you want to go to Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EBB to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kathmandu. Around 145 kms (90 miles) away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 6 kms (4 miles) south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. Start your sightseeing at Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.