Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Simara Airport (SIF): what you need to know
Around 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport.
Flights from KTM to SIF start at 07:00 — the first with Yeti Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:55 with Buddha Air. In total, there are 63 weekly Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your KTM to SIF flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Buddha Air has direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Simara — and maybe even more of Nepal if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Buddha Air on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Simara Airport (SIF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport flight is $67. A return ticket is currently $131. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KTM to SIF.
The cheapest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
To get to Tribhuvan International Airport from central Kathmandu, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel near KTM? If you've booked an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Simara Airport (SIF)
If you're coming in on a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SIF:
Getting from Simara Airport (SIF) to central Simara
From Simara Airport, Simara is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Simara Airport (SIF)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport. May is the busiest month to head to Simara. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Simara Airport for April if you want to go to Simara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KTM to SIF sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be discovered after you've seen Simara. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa.
Pokhara is another sought-after destination in Nepal and is around 153 kilometres north-west of Simara. No trip is complete without a visit to Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.