Flying from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Singapore. Explore your options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when planning your flight from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 11 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport.
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is 2 hours 12 minutes behind Singapore. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu.
The busiest route is from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), with 10 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SIN to KTM is the 11:00 Singapore Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 18:55 with Singapore Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Singapore to KTM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Fly without interruptions from Changi International Airport (SIN). Direct flights from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) operate from here.
When jetting out of SIN, you can take a direct flight from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport with Singapore Airlines.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Singapore to KTM that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SIN and KTM include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
SIN is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Changi International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) offers direct flights from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).
You can get to XSP from the centre of Singapore in approximately 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Seletar Airport the day before your flight from Singapore to KTM:
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Consider booking a hotel close to KTM if you're taking a late flight from Singapore 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 Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport from RM771 or travel return from just RM1,360. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Singapore to KTM if you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route tend to be at their lowest.
To snag the best deal on your tickets from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Singapore to KTM.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport.
The best time to fly from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
October is the busiest month to board a flight from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Kathmandu, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Kathmandu. The warmest month is June. Lock in your flights from Singapore to KTM sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Kathmandu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kathmandu right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Tribhuvan International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa are top attractions which should be on any good Kathmandu itinerary.
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