Flying from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Frankfurt. Explore your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).
Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu. The city operates in the UTC+5:47 timezone and is 4 hours 47 minutes ahead of Frankfurt.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to KTM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Frankfurt to KTM. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
FRA is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Want a handy hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and KTM:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can reach HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour and 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to KTM? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Consider booking a hotel close to KTM if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Book a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport from Rs69,550 or travel return from just Rs189,604. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Frankfurt to KTM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
October is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kathmandu in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Frankfurt to KTM for June if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kathmandu to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Kathmandu
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kathmandu:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Kathmandu itinerary.
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