Travelling from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon is five hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your KTM to LIS flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as November? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Kathmandu Airport to Lisbon Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the KTM to LIS route.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
51% of flights that take off from Kathmandu Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Kathmandu to Kathmandu Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near KTM? If you're boarding an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Lisbon Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
If you're getting in on a late Kathmandu Airport to Lisbon Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LIS:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lisbon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lisbon's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Kathmandu Airport to Lisbon Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Lisbon Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KTM to LIS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a trip to Porto will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Portugal, head for Amadora, about 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã are key highlights.