Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is three hours 47 minutes ahead of Lusaka.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LUN to KTM flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a sought-after stop between LUN and KTM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Right now, C$683 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$1,440. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LUN to KTM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LUN to KTM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
75.34% of flights leaving from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport from central Lusaka, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LUN? If you've booked an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Consider staying in a hotel near KTM if you're on a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the busiest month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Kathmandu in February.
When booking your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LUN to KTM sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
If you're ready to explore another side of Nepal, head for Patan, about 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are among the biggest draws.
