Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Lhasa is two hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from KTM to LXA start from 07:00 — the earliest with Himalaya Airlines. The last service of the day is at 08:25 with Himalaya Airlines. In total, there are three weekly Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your KTM to LXA flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Himalaya Airlines is your gateway to exploring Lhasa (and perhaps some other exciting corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Himalaya Airlines.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. Many travellers pass through Kunming Changshui International Airport when flying between KTM and LXA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
At the moment, C$471 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$833. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KTM to LXA.
The cheapest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Tribhuvan International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near KTM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
Consider booking a hotel near LXA if you're taking a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to central Lhasa
The street address for LXA is 101 Provincial Rd..
From Lhasa Gonggar Airport, Lhasa is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
The quietest month for a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Lhasa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport for June if you'd like to go to Lhasa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KTM to LXA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -17ºC (1ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Pack more into your China getaway by venturing beyond Lhasa. About 40 kilometres away to the south, Jêdêxoi is another exciting city to put on your itinerary. Check off some of its biggest sights like Dunbuquguo Temple while you're here.
Another worthwhile stop in China, Chatang is around 48 kilometres south-east of Lhasa. Set aside time for highlights including Minzhulin Temple.