Flying from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is 17 minutes ahead of Dehradun.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your DED to KTM flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to check out a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dehradun Airport to Kathmandu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is a popular stop between DED and KTM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Right now, 87 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dehradun Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 212 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DED to KTM, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Dehradun Airport (DED)
Of all flights departing from Dehradun Airport, 60% arrive on time at their destination.
Dehradun Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Dehradun. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dehradun Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to DED:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Reserve a hotel near KTM if you're catching a late Dehradun Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Venture beyond Kathmandu and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Kathmandu Airport rental car from Spark Car.
Booking your ride from Kathmandu Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
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 there by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
November is the most popular month for flights from Dehradun Airport to Kathmandu Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kathmandu in March.
Book your flight from Dehradun Airport to Kathmandu Airport for June if you want to visit Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DED to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Nepal waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep your itinerary packed. 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 major highlights starting with Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.