Traveling from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu. The city operates in the UTC+5:47 timezone and is 3 hours 12 minutes behind Tokyo.
With 4 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) is the busiest route. Nepal Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:30. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from HND to KTM is with Nepal Airlines at 11:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Tokyo to KTM.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Tokyo to KTM departing from Haneda Airport (HND), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is roughly 16 kilometers. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Prefer to leave from Narita International Airport (NRT)? You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) departing from this busy hub.
Nepal Airlines operates direct flights from Tokyo to KTM out of NRT. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Narita International Airport:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to NRT from central Tokyo in around 58 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometers away.
You're going on vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to KTM:
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Reserve a hotel near KTM if you're taking a late flight from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometers from central Kathmandu. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
$195 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport. Return flights start from $443. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Tokyo to KTM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from Tokyo to KTM.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport.
The best time to fly from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Kathmandu. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in October. This is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Lock in your flight from Tokyo to KTM for June if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kathmandu to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport.
More about Kathmandu
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kathmandu:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa are must-do's during your Kathmandu adventure.
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Choose one of our car rentals in Kathmandu and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Tokyo to Tribhuvan International Airport.