Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 15 minutes.
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, making Kathmandu two hours 47 minutes ahead of Riyadh.
Your RUH to KTM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Himalaya Airlines offers direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Kathmandu — and maybe even more of Nepal if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Himalaya Airlines on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between RUH and KTM include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
At the moment, 117 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 224 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from RUH to KTM by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RUH to KTM.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from RUH.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to RUH:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Consider staying in a hotel near KTM if you're on a late King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and discover corners of Kathmandu that most visitors tend to miss. Find your ideal set of wheels with Spark Car.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to central Kathmandu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the most popular month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kathmandu in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to KTM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal you'll want to see. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Nepal, consider Patan, roughly 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are the start of reasons to visit.