Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is four hours 47 minutes ahead of Zurich and follows the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your ZRH to KTM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Right now, 196 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 504 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from ZRH to KTM, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Zurich Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ZRH to KTM.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the flights that depart from Zurich Airport, 69.02% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ZRH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're getting in on a late Zurich Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KTM:
Set your own pace with a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that don't always get the spotlight.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Kathmandu. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Nepal you should also see. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Patan is another favourite destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without seeing Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.