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Flight deals from Istanbul to Kathmandu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kathmandu.478 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 May, returning Sun, 11 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and SpiceJet.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with SpiceJet, departs from Kathmandu on Sun, 11 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 478 €, select.
Kathmandu.487 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Nepal Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Nepal Airlines, departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 487 €, select.
Kathmandu.489 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Nepal Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Nepal Airlines, departs from Kathmandu on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 489 €, select.
Kathmandu.494 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Nepal Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Nepal Airlines, departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 494 €, select.
Kathmandu.507 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Apr, returning Mon, 28 Apr.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 11 Apr, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 507 €, select.
Kathmandu.507 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Nepal Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Nepal Airlines, departs from Kathmandu on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 507 €, select.
Kathmandu.510 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Kathmandu on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 510 €, select.
Kathmandu.525 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Apr, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Nepal Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 24 Apr, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Nepal Airlines, departs from Kathmandu on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 525 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kathmandu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Kathmandu flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from 507 €
May
from 478 €
Jun
from 526 €
Jul
from 487 €
Aug
from 574 €
Sep
from 510 €
Oct
from 574 €
Nov
from 570 €
Dec
from 582 €
Jan
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Feb
from 580 €
Mar
from 578 €

Direct flights from Istanbul to Kathmandu

Istanbul to Kathmandu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Kathmandu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kathmandu.

Istanbul to Kathmandu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found478 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time6 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Kathmandu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu is 478 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Kathmandu.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Kathmandu.
As of April 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Kathmandu.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kathmandu is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Kathmandu Airport on Sunday, 4 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kathmandu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kathmandu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).

  • Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 3 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport.

  • Kathmandu is 2 hours 47 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which operates on the UTC+5:47 timezone.

  • With 7 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 01:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from IST to KTM is with Turkish Airlines at 20:20.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to KTM.

  • Travelling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) can be booked from here.

  • If you want to leave from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport with Turkish Airlines.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight from Istanbul to KTM that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between IST and KTM include:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • IST is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.

  • After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Looking for other options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)? Check out the fares jetting out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Break up your flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and KTM are:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour and 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 57 minutes.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to KTM:

About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu

  • Tribhuvan International Airport to central Kathmandu takes about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport is 138 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 478 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from Istanbul to KTM, book your trip 7 months before your planned departure.

  • You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport if you travel in April. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from Istanbul to KTM is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Customise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' options first.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport. October is the most popular month for a trip to Kathmandu. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to KTM in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC.

More about Kathmandu

  • After locking in your flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kathmandu:

  • Swayambhunath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Kathmandu to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Boudhanath Stupa.

Complete your Kathmandu trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Istanbul to Tribhuvan International Airport isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Browse our car rentals in Kathmandu and explore on your own terms. We search for deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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