Travelling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to London: what you need to know
London is 5 hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu, where Tribhuvan International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from KTM to London.
Flying during a popular month like October? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from KTM to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You will need an embassy visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from Nepal and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to London, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
KTM is around 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 16 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to London? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near KTM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to London is ر.ق. 1,362. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,433. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from KTM to London, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to London throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 57 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 1 minute to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to London has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from KTM to London, settle in at a hotel near LGW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit London, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to London, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from KTM to London sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to London, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your London itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
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