Travelling from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is 17 minutes ahead of Pune.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PNQ to KTM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Pune Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PNQ and KTM:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Pune Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is RM327. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM802. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from PNQ to KTM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Pune Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PNQ to KTM.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Pune Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Pune Airport (PNQ)
Of the departures from Pune Airport, 71.91% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Pune Airport from central Pune, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Pune Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near PNQ:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Book a hotel near KTM if you're catching a late Pune Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Spark Car to explore beyond Kathmandu's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to central Kathmandu has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Pune Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Kathmandu. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Pune Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport for June if you want to visit Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PNQ to KTM in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nepal you should also see. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Patan is another favourite destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without dropping by Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.