Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is two hours 47 minutes ahead of Doha.
Take your pick of 83 weekly Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flights. The 01:15 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest flight available. Qatar Airways operates the latest service of the day at 23:45.
To ensure you get on your DOH to KTM flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, so jetting to Kathmandu (and then exploring more of Nepal!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Himalaya Airlines.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates DOH to KTM flights. A dependable 87.1% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DOH and KTM include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
At the moment, RM520 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM932. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DOH to KTM, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DOH to KTM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
83.59% of flights departing from Hamad International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of DOH.
Hamad International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Doha. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to DOH:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that don't always get the spotlight.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Kathmandu. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Hamad International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from DOH to KTM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
You've seen Kathmandu, now it's time to discover other corners of Nepal. Travel about 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to check off its leading sights. From Phewa Lake to Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Patan is another favourite destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without dropping by Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.