Travelling from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is one hour 12 minutes behind Vientiane.
To ensure you catch your VTE to KTM flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Right now, ج.م. 8,317 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Wattay International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 19,091. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from VTE to KTM, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Wattay International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
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Handy information about Wattay International Airport (VTE)
When it comes to Wattay International Airport's on-time performance, 73.92% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Wattay International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Vientiane. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near VTE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wattay International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Consider staying in a hotel near KTM if you're taking a late Wattay International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Wattay International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Kathmandu. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Wattay International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VTE to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Nepal just waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Nepal, consider Patan, about 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are key highlights.
