Travelling from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) jetting off from here.
3 hours 43 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport.
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is 17 minutes ahead of Colombo. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu.
The busiest route is from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), with 9 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CMB to KTM is the 08:05 SriLankan Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 08:55 with SriLankan Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Colombo to KTM. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
You can find a direct flight from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
SriLankan Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport taking off from CMB.
We make it easy to plan a flight from Colombo to KTM that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between CMB and KTM include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
From the centre of Colombo, CMB is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Kathmandu. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 16 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
P11,264 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport. Return flights start from P21,861. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Colombo to KTM if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
February is the quietest time to fly to Kathmandu. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in October. This is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Kathmandu. The warmest month is June. Book your flights from Colombo to KTM sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Kathmandu
Start your Kathmandu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Tribhuvan International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Kathmandu is to explore its top sights. Essential stops include Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa.
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