Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki is three hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KTM to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between KTM and HEL include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is RM1,439. A round-trip fare right now is RM3,271. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from KTM to HEL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from KTM to HEL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Central Kathmandu to Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booked an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KTM:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HEL:
Follow your own route with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and discover more of Helsinki and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KTM to HEL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Helsinki. Around 16 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.