Traveling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Kathmandu is two hours 47 minutes ahead of Doha and follows the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Flights from DOH to KTM start at 01:15 — the earliest with Qatar Airways. The latest departure is at 09:45 with Qatar Airways. Overall, there are 29 weekly Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flights.
Your DOH to KTM flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
You can travel nonstop to Kathmandu, Nepal. Book a ticket with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport:
Qatar Airways is the top choice for travelers on this route.
With an impressive 86.55% of services arriving as planned, Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier offering DOH to KTM flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between DOH and KTM:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Mumbai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is $140. A return fare is currently $243. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from DOH to KTM by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DOH to KTM.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
81% of flights leaving Hamad International Airport land at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of DOH.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near DOH:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Venture beyond Kathmandu and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Kathmandu Airport rental car from Spark Car.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Kathmandu Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the center.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
November is the busiest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Kathmandu in March.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 63ºF and 86ºF. Lock in your flights from Hamad International Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from DOH to KTM in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 37ºF and 66ºF on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Nepal just waiting to be explored. About 90 miles north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 4 miles south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. No visit is complete without checking out Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.