Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Paris: what you need to know
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is four hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu, where Tribhuvan International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your KTM to Paris flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from KTM to Paris with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
KTM is around 3 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near KTM? If you're catching an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Paris
RM1,463 is currently the best price for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris flight. A return flight ticket starts at RM3,501. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from KTM to Paris. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris ticket.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near CDG if you're coming in on a late flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience more of Paris and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from KTM to Paris.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is about 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your KTM to Paris flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Paris Orly Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at ORY can land you a better rate.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 88 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to BVA. Get settled at one of these stays after your KTM to Paris flight:
Begin your journey without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
About three weeks before your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris is the ideal time to secure your ride from BVA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Travel to Paris during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from KTM to Paris around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Paris, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Paris itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
Paris has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.