Traveling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is one hour 47 minutes ahead of Muscat and observes the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Your MCT to KTM flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Muscat International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MCT and KTM include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Currently, AED 414 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 1,028. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MCT to KTM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Muscat International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MCT to KTM.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Muscat International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
85.46% of flights leaving Muscat International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of MCT.
Muscat International Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Muscat. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MCT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Muscat International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Pick up a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and explore parts of Kathmandu that are off the usual tourist route. Find your ideal set of wheels with Spark Car.
Booking your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometers from the center of Kathmandu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the most popular month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Kathmandu in February.
Lock in your flight from Muscat International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport for June if you'd like to go to Kathmandu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
You've done Kathmandu, now it's time to discover other parts of Nepal. Travel around 145 kilometers north-west to Pokhara to check off its leading sights. From Phewa Lake to Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Nepal, head for Patan, about 6 kilometers south of Kathmandu. Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft are among its highlights.