Travelling from Lukla Airport (LUA) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, which makes Kathmandu five hours 47 minutes ahead of Lukla.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your LUA to KTM flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak periods, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lukla Airport (LUA) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Right now, £227 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lukla Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £453. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LUA to KTM, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Lukla Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Lukla Airport (LUA)
Lukla Airport is about 0.1 miles from central Lukla. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 0 hours or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Lukla Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LUA:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're coming in on a late Lukla Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near KTM:
Venture beyond Kathmandu and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car from Spark Car.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to the centre of Kathmandu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 3 miles away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the busiest month for flights from Lukla Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kathmandu in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Lukla Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LUA to KTM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kathmandu. Around 90 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Patan is another well-known destination in Nepal and is around 4 miles south of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without dropping by Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.