Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is four hours 47 minutes ahead of Budapest.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BUD to KTM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Airport to Kathmandu Airport. These are the top stopovers between BUD and KTM:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
$477 is the lowest price for a one-way Budapest Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,082. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BUD to KTM if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Budapest Airport to Kathmandu Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
Budapest Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BUD land on schedule 81% of the time.
Budapest Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Budapest. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Budapest Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BUD:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
If you're getting in on a late Budapest Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near KTM:
Start your adventure sooner with a Kathmandu Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserving your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Kathmandu Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Kathmandu. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
November is the busiest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Kathmandu Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kathmandu in March.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Budapest Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BUD to KTM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.