Flying from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is five hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your KTM to LHR flight.
During popular months like November, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kathmandu Airport to London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between KTM and LHR include:
Istanbul Airport
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is $471. A return ticket right now is $1,090. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from KTM to LHR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Kathmandu Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KTM to LHR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kathmandu Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
51% of flights taking off from Kathmandu Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Kathmandu to Kathmandu Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near KTM? If you're catching an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kathmandu Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kathmandu Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Kathmandu Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KTM to LHR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
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