Travelling from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Seoul is three hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KTM to ICN 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 longer lines in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Korean Air is your ticket to exploring Seoul (and perhaps some other exciting parts of South Korea!). Browse the direct flights from Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Korean Air.
With 66.67% of its services landing as planned, Korean Air is the most punctual carrier operating KTM to ICN flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between KTM and ICN:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
At the moment, 231 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 380 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from KTM to ICN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from KTM to ICN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
51% of flights that take off from Kathmandu Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Kathmandu Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near KTM? If you're boarding an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're coming in on a late Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Pick up a Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport to central Seoul has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Seoul. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Seoul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KTM to ICN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
You've seen Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Travel around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to check off its top sights. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Incheon is another must-experience destination in South Korea and is around 56 kilometres west of Seoul. No journey is complete without experiencing INSPIRE Arena, Wangsan Beach and Seokmodo Natural Forest.