Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, which makes Kathmandu five hours 47 minutes ahead of Edinburgh.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to KTM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Kathmandu Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and KTM:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Right now, ج.م. 17,627 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 37,276. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EDI to KTM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kathmandu Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EDI to KTM.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kathmandu Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Edinburgh Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kathmandu Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Edinburgh Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Venture beyond Kathmandu and check out places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own wheels. You can pick up a Kathmandu Airport rental car from Spark Car.
Booking your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kathmandu Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from EDI to KTM around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Nepal just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. No visit is complete without checking out Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.