Flying from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is 17 minutes ahead of Ahmedabad and observes the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your AMD to KTM flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ahmedabad Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between AMD and KTM:
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Handy information about Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Of the departures from Ahmedabad Airport, 68% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Ahmedabad to Ahmedabad Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near AMD. Whether you have an early flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Kathmandu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Consider booking a hotel close to KTM if you're on a late Ahmedabad Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Kathmandu Airport rental car and discover parts of Kathmandu that aren't on every traveller's list. Book your wheels with Spark Car.
Booking your ride from Kathmandu Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Kathmandu Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
November is the busiest month for flights from Ahmedabad Airport to Kathmandu Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kathmandu in March.
When booking your flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Kathmandu Airport, consider the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AMD to KTM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.