Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is three hours 47 minutes ahead of Cairo and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CAI to KTM flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between CAI and KTM:
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Currently, ر.ق. 663 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 1,849. Keep in mind that fares can 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 CAI to KTM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, 63.38% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CAI:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cairo International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and explore corners of Kathmandu that aren't on every traveller's list. Browse the options available from Spark Car.
Booking your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
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)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is February, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. No visit is complete without checking out Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.