Best Price
IndiGo
27 Oct, Tue
Kathmandu – Istanbul
1d 6h 30m
1 stop
KTM–IST
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Quick Flight Summary from Kathmandu to Istanbul
Key numbers to know before you book
- Direct flight duration 20 hour 15 min
- Direct airlines Turkish Airlines
- Arrival airports SAW / IST
- Best days to book Tuesday, Wednesday
- Average over the last 30 days 107 KWD
Cheapest flights from Kathmandu to Istanbul
Shortest Flight
Air Arabia
28 Oct, Wed
Kathmandu – Istanbul
16h 20m
1 stop
KTM–IST
IndiGo
15 Nov, Sun
Kathmandu – Istanbul
1d 35m
1 stop
KTM–IST
Air Arabia
10 Oct, Sat
Kathmandu – Istanbul
16h 45m
1 stop
KTM–IST
Air Arabia
20 Nov, Fri
Kathmandu – Istanbul
17h
1 stop
KTM–SAW
Last update: 06 October 2026 05:57
Direct flights from Kathmandu to Istanbul
Estimated Prices for Kathmandu to Istanbul Flights
Cheapest Day16 October Friday
Best Price
76 KWD
Average Price
83 KWD
101 KWD
76 KWD
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget-Friendly
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- Modern Fleet
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Kuwait's Best LCC
- Kuwait Based
- Flexible Options
- Kuwait Flag Carrier
- Full Service
- Free Baggage
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Kathmandu City Center
Tribhuvan Intl. Airport
To reach Tribhuvan International Airport from Kathmandu city center, you can rent a taxi or use the airport shuttle service. If you have rented a car for your travel, you can use the same vehicle for transport to the airport and deliver it at the airport. If your hotel has an airport shuttle service, you can make use of this service by making a reservation in advance.
Taxi
It is possible to easily find a taxi in Kathmandu city center. If you ask for it your hotel would arrange a taxi for you to be in front of the hotel at the time you checkout. Although it depends on the traffic intensity, it takes about 15 minutes to reach the airport from the city center under normal conditions.
Shuttle
Airport shuttle services depart from several different points of the city center. Your closest shuttle service stop and times can be found at your hotel.
Hotel Service
Some hotels in the city offer airport shuttle services to their customers. If you have booked in advance, the hotel shuttle can pick you up when you ask for and take you to the airport within 15 minutes.
Car Rental
In the city center you can see the offices of many car rental companies. You can also easily reach the airport by means of this transportation which will make your travel easier. To get to Tribhuvan International Airport from the city center, you have to enter the Ring Road and follow the airport signs. Remember that you must have an international driver's license before you can drive in Kathmandu. If your driver's license is not valid, but you want to have a travel with a private vehicle, you can also rent a car with a driver.
Airport Information
Tribhuvan International Airport is the only international airport from where Kathmandu’s, as well as whole Nepal's international flights are made. The airport which is located in the Kathmandu Valley, between mountains, serves with an airstrip that is hard to land, often causing the planes to circulate around the valley again before landing.
The airport, which has been operating since 1949, is about 6 kilometers from the city center of Kathmandu. The airport has all the basic services such as post office, first aid center, foreign exchange office, and cash dispenser.
There is also a souvenir shop, a few small eating areas and a CIP Lounge for passengers who do not want to give up comfort. You can also use the free Wi-Fi service throughout Tribhuvan International Airport.
Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Metro- The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
- You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
- Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
- You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
- With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
- The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
- The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
- For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
- E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
- E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
- 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
- MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
- Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
- With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
- You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
- You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
- You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
- Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
- There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
- If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
- You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
- It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Bus- From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
- The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
- You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
- The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
- After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
- The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
- The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
- Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
- You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
- The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
- Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
- A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
- Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
- You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
- If you make a reservation before
Istanbul Weather
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Which airports can I use for Kathmandu-Istanbul flights?
Which airports can I use for Kathmandu-Istanbul flights?
For Kathmandu-Istanbul flights, you can use Tribhuvan Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kathmandu-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kathmandu-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Kathmandu-Istanbul is 5282 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 6 hour 30 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Kathmandu-Istanbul flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Kathmandu-Istanbul flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Kathmandu-Istanbul flights is Thursday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Kathmandu-Istanbul?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Kathmandu-Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines organizes direct flights between Kathmandu-Istanbul.
Kathmandu-Istanbul: which airline is better value on this route?
Kathmandu-Istanbul: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with IndiGo starts from approximately 76 KWD.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 IndiGo | 76 KWD | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage |
 Air Arabia | 101 KWD | Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm) |
Last update: 26.09.2026
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