Flying from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Kathmandu Airport.
Kathmandu is three hours 12 minutes behind Tokyo and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Flights from NRT to KTM start at 10:25 — the earliest with Nepal Airlines. The last service of the day is at 10:30 with Nepal Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Tokyo Narita Airport to Kathmandu Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your NRT to KTM flight.
During popular months such as May, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Nepal Airlines offers direct flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kathmandu — and maybe even more of Nepal if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Nepal Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for NRT to KTM flights is Nepal Airlines.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tokyo Narita Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NRT and KTM:
Incheon International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Handy information about Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
73% of flights that take off from Tokyo Narita Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Tokyo Narita Airport from central Tokyo, it takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near NRT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Kathmandu Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Consider booking a hotel near KTM if you're taking a late Tokyo Narita Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Kathmandu Airport rental car and explore parts of Kathmandu that most visitors tend to miss. Book your wheels with Spark Car.
Reserving your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Kathmandu Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Kathmandu. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Kathmandu Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Kathmandu. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from NRT to KTM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
You've visited Kathmandu, now it's time to explore other corners of Nepal. Travel about 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to check off its leading attractions. From Phewa Lake to Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Nepal, consider Patan, roughly 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu are among the biggest draws.