Boudhanath Stupa
One of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world, its painted eyes watching over the city.
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Airport · Kathmandu, Nepal
Tribhuvan International Airport KTM
4 km from central Kathmandu. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.
- to the centre
- 4 km
- terminals
- 1
- local time
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- IATA · ICAO
- KTM · VNKT
About the airport
Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal’s only international airport, serves Kathmandu and is the main gateway for Himalayan trekking and mountaineering.
Terminals
It has Terminal 1 and the adjoining Terminal 1A, which handle domestic and international flights.
Services
The airport has basic services: cafés, shops, and information desks. A taxi is the usual way to get to and from the airport.
Getting to the city
Taxi
Taxis or pre-arranged transport wait outside the terminal, or can be booked through your hotel or trekking agency; agree the fare before getting in.
Airport map
Terminal
Domestic and international terminals handle flights across Nepal and a growing number of international routes.
Kathmandu
Things to do in Kathmandu
Kathmandu, Nepal's capital, is a city of temples and stupas in a valley ringed by the Himalayas.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the airport from central Kathmandu?
Tribhuvan International Airport airport is about 4 km from central Kathmandu.
How do I get from the airport to central Kathmandu?
From Tribhuvan International Airport airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
How many terminals does Tribhuvan International Airport airport have?
Tribhuvan International Airport has one terminal: Terminal.
Landing in Kathmandu?
Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.
Photo credits
- Photo of the airport: Gaurav Dhwaj Khadka, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Boudhanath Stupa: Nabin K. Sapkota, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons