Travelling from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Kathmandu is four hours 47 minutes ahead of Paris. Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Paris to KTM.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Paris to KTM with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between CDG and KTM include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CDG is around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
65% of flights taking off from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Paris to KTM flight? Kick back in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Most flights that depart Paris Orly Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80%.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
From central Paris, BVA is around 88 kms (55 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 15 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land within the expected time frame. At BVA, that figure is 71%.
You'll find Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Reserve a hotel near KTM if you're catching a late flight from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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Getting from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is around 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Kathmandu. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
£244 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Return flights start from £493. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Paris to KTM. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
February is when most people book flights from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). Visit Kathmandu in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Book your Paris to KTM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 3ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kathmandu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kathmandu right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Paris to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport:
Your Kathmandu visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions worth exploring include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa.
Explore more of Nepal
You've visited Kathmandu, now it's time to explore more of Nepal. Journey about 145 kms (90 miles) northwest to Pokhara to tick off its top attractions. From Phewa Lake to Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Biratnagar is another favourite destination in Nepal and is around 241 kms (150 miles) southeast of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without dropping by Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and ISKCON Jaljala.