How To Reach Kathmandu, Nepal

One can reach Kathmandu by directly flying into the Tribhuvan International Airport of Kathmandu Valley.

Category	Details
City Name	Kathmandu
Country	Nepal
Main Airport	Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Airport Location	Approximately 6 km from Kathmandu city center
International Flight Connectivity	Direct flights from India, China, Qatar, UAE, Thailand, Malaysia, and more
Popular Airlines	Qatar Airways, Nepal Airlines, Air India, IndiGo, Turkish Airlines
Road Access	Well-connected by highways from Indian border towns like Raxaul, Birgunj, and Sunauli
Bus Services	Frequent buses from Indian cities (Delhi, Varanasi, Gorakhpur) to Kathmandu
Border Crossings	Key points: Sunauli, Raxaul, Birgunj, and Kakarbhitta
Visa on Arrival	Available for most nationalities at Tribhuvan International Airport and land borders
Local Transport From Airport	Taxis, rental cars, ride-sharing apps, hotel shuttles
Travel Time from Indian Border	Approximately 6-8 hours by road depending on the border point
Best Time to Travel	October to December and February to April for pleasant weather and clear roads
Travel Tips	Check flight schedules in advance; expect delays during monsoon season; carry local currency for border crossings

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From Varanasi and Gorakhpur there is direct bus service to Kathmandu. To reach Kathmandu one can also hire private cabs. From Delhi/Varanasi and many big cities of India even special flights are there. Best way to reach Kathmandu is by air.

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