Flying from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) begins with finding the right airport to jet off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are your options in Milan.
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is four hours 47 minutes ahead of Milan. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to KTM, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Milan to KTM leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
Of the departures from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive on time at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport. Dubai Airport (DXB) is a great option between Orio al Serio International Airport and KTM.
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Milan to KTM flight? Relax in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.49%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
The trip to LIN from central Milan is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 11 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Milano Linate Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rate of LIN is 79.56%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Book a hotel near KTM if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
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For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
At the moment, RM903 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,550. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Milan to KTM. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). October is when most people travel to Kathmandu. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
When booking your Milan to KTM plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kathmandu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kathmandu right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Tribhuvan International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Kathmandu Durbar Square, Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Himalaya Discovery are highlights which should feature on every Kathmandu itinerary.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Nepal just waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Viewpoint, Pokhara Lakeside and Sarangkot sunrise pokhara.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Kathmandu, Biratnagar is another essential stop in Nepal. No visit is complete without checking out Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and Shiva Mandir.