How to find cheap flights to Nepal
Score a lower price on a flight to Nepal by taking off from Delhi Indira Gandhi International, often the most affordable departure option.
Consider flying into Kathmandu to get even more value from your fare.
The cheapest time to visit Nepal is generally September.
For a round trip, the best price right now is ₹ 13,519. One-way fares start from ₹ 6,377.
Up for landing wherever the fare is lowest? Get a list of the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Nepal' in the 'To' field.
If you've already settled on a destination city, select 'Add nearby airports.' This lets you compare fares across nearby airports and potentially save money.
Skip the constant search for lower fares by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an automatic notification whenever the price changes on your route.
Don't put things off until the last minute. Booking ahead often means better fares and access to some impressive early bird discounts.
The best time to go to Nepal
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that suits your budget and schedule.
February is one of the busiest months to fly. High season brings more to see and do, but it's rarely the cheapest time to go.
Visit in December if you're looking for a more relaxed experience. This is the least busy time of year and also when plane tickets to Nepal tend to be more affordable.
Consider how you like to travel and let the weather guide your choice. June is one of the warmest months in Nepal, with average highs of 25ºC.
January brings cooler conditions, with average lows of 5ºC.
Rain is more frequent in July, while December tends to be drier.
Depending on exactly where you're headed and when, also factor in weather risks like monsoon season and periods of extreme cold.
Getting to Nepal
You've got a few arrival options when it's time to book flights to Nepal. Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu and Gautam Buddha Airport (BWA) in Bhairawa are where most flights touch down.
The airlines operating into this destination most often, along with rough monthly flight counts, are:
Air India — 370
IndiGo — 210
Nepal Airlines — 190
Many flights to Nepal pass through major international hubs like New Delhi, Dubai and Istanbul. Any layovers you have will depend on where you're departing from and which airline you fly with.
Places to visit in Nepal
Kathmandu
If you only had time for one place, this city would be a strong contender. With a population of roughly 1.4 million, it crams in more highlights than you can get to in one visit.
Find time for well-known stops like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa, among other landmarks.
Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) handles the majority of international flights into Kathmandu. You'll find some competitive flight deals to Nepal touching down at this major hub.
Ready to book your perfect base? Check out the full lineup of hotels in Kathmandu.
Pokhara
See a different side of things in this popular city of around 200,000 people.
Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Phewa Lake View Point are the perfect introduction to the highlights.
After your plane ticket is locked in, you can focus on finding the right stay among the hotels in Pokhara.
Bhairawa
Extend that trip a little longer, because this city also ranks as one of the top places to visit in Nepal.
Gautam Buddha Airport (BWA) is the city's main airport, with routes linking it to major destinations throughout the region and beyond.
Find a deal on where you'll stay by exploring the list of hotels in Bhairawa.
Good to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so check well in advance. Airlines and official embassy sites will have the most recent advice on visas or other documents you may need.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) take some effort to find, so plan ahead for when and where you'll take out cash.
Tipping is expected in Nepal. People generally adjust the tip based on service, and adding one is simply part of everyday life here.
With low Wi-Fi availability, getting online can be a challenge while travelling around. Download what you need (like booking confirmations, maps and key details) when you do have access.
The population of Nepal is around 30 million. Kathmandu is the capital.
The same time is used throughout this destination, with just one standard time zone operating on UTC+5.
Nepal is part of the Southern Asia subregion of Asia.
Some of the headline events on the local calendar include Dashain Hindu festival, the Tihar festival of lights and the Holi festival of colours. Time your flight to Nepal around these occasions to experience something beyond the everyday.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
Locked in that cheap ticket to Nepal? Now work out where you'll rest your head and how you'll travel around. Check out the range of hotels in Nepal and filter your search by price, location and more. Also browse car hire options in Nepal and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
