Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur (KULM) to Kathmandu (KTM)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £215. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

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

Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£193
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time4 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineBatikAir Malaysia
Average flights per week78

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu is £193. 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 44 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu.
BatikAir Malaysia, Himalaya Airlines and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu.
As of March 2026, there are 39 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Airport on Monday, 30 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 44 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.

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know

  • Kuala Lumpur's main base, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).

  • Take a direct Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 4 hours 45 minutes.

  • Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu. The city is in the UTC+5:47 timezone and is two hours 12 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur.

  • The most popular route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), with 37 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from KUL to KTM is the 5:30am Nepal Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 8pm with Malaysia Airlines.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KTM, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) leave from this terminal.

  • At KUL, you'll find a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, including:

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between KUL and KTM is BatikAir Malaysia.

  • Malaysia Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KTM. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:

    • Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)

    • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

  • Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kms (35 miles) in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% land on schedule at their destination.

Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.

  • Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to KTM flight:

  • Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.

About Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Kuala Lumpur 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 kms (4 miles) away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • At the moment, £70 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £193. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KTM, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Kuala Lumpur to KTM is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport.

The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Kathmandu. February is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • When booking your Kuala Lumpur to KTM plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 19ºC.

More about Kathmandu

  • Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kathmandu:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa are must-visits when exploring Kathmandu.

Explore more of Nepal

  • Pokhara is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kathmandu. Around 145 kms (90 miles) away to the northwest, top sights here include Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.

  • Around 241 kms (150 miles) southeast of Kathmandu, Biratnagar is another essential stop in Nepal. Experience major highlights starting with Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and ISKCON Jaljala.

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