Flying from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is one hour 12 minutes behind Phuket and follows the UTC+5:47 timezone.
To ensure you catch your HKT to KTM flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HKT and KTM:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Phuket Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is RM800. A return ticket right now is RM1,659. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HKT to KTM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Phuket Airport to Kathmandu Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HKT to KTM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Phuket Airport to Kathmandu Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)
73% of flights that leave from Phuket Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Phuket Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Phuket Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near HKT:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Phuket Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Start your adventure sooner with a Kathmandu Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that don't always get the spotlight.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week before you travel.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Phuket Airport to Kathmandu Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Kathmandu. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Phuket Airport to Kathmandu Airport for June if you want to go to Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HKT to KTM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
You've done Kathmandu, now it's time to explore other corners of Nepal. Travel around 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to tick off its leading attractions. From Phewa Lake to Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Patan is another sought-after destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without dropping by Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.