Travelling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 2 hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu, where Tribhuvan International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from KTM to Beijing, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as October? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from KTM to Beijing that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
To enter China for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Nepal. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing.
To reach KTM from central Kathmandu, it takes around 16 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a convenient hotel close to KTM? If you're boarding an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Beijing
$401 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing. A return flight starts at $760. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from KTM to Beijing, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from KTM to Beijing is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is approximately 31 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel close to PEK if you're catching a late flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from KTM to Beijing, rest your head at a hotel close to PKX. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the busiest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing. To skip the crowds, head to Beijing in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from KTM to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are highlights which should be on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Beijing and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare options in one place to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Beijing.