Flying from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Pokhara Airport (PKR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport is 25 minutes.
Each week, there are 175 Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, jump on the 07:20 Yeti Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 19:30 with Buddha Air.
To ensure you get on your KTM to PKR flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as November? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport, so jetting off to Pokhara (and then seeing more of Nepal!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Buddha Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Pokhara Airport (PKR)
Currently, 84 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 167 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from KTM to PKR, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
51% of flights leaving from Kathmandu Airport make it to their destination on time.
Kathmandu Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near KTM. Whether you have an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Pokhara Airport (PKR)
Consider booking a hotel close to PKR if you're catching a late Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Pokhara Airport (PKR) to central Pokhara
Pokhara Airport to central Pokhara has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Pokhara Airport (PKR)
May is the most popular month for flights from Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Pokhara in March.
Before locking in your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Pokhara Airport, consider the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Pokhara, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KTM to PKR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be explored after you've seen Pokhara. Around 145 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa.
Patan is another essential stop in Nepal and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Pokhara. No trip is complete without a visit to Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.