Travelling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Approximately 5 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai.
Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 2 hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu.
To ensure you catch your flight from KTM to Shanghai, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like October, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai that arrives at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Himalaya Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai.
We make it simple to book a flight from KTM to Shanghai with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
You'll need an embassy visa for China if you have a passport from Nepal and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
KTM is approximately 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near KTM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Shanghai
RM977 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,898. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from KTM to Shanghai, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Getting a cheap ticket from KTM to Shanghai is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 49 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. After your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from KTM to Shanghai at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the most popular month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, visit Shanghai in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from KTM to Shanghai sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Shanghai right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Shanghai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
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