Travelling from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, making Tel Aviv three hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your KTM to TLV flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kathmandu Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between KTM and TLV:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
$642 is the best price for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,418. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from KTM to TLV. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Kathmandu Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from KTM to TLV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kathmandu Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Of all flights leaving Kathmandu Airport, 51% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Kathmandu Airport from central Kathmandu, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to KTM:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
Reserve a hotel near TLV if you have a late Kathmandu Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and chase adventure across Tel Aviv and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion Intl Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Tel Aviv. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from Kathmandu Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KTM to TLV in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Israel
You've seen Tel Aviv, now it's time to discover more of Israel. Journey around 56 kilometres south-east to Jerusalem to tick off its leading attractions. From Old City of Jerusalem to Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Haifa is another must-experience destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without seeing Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).