Flight Routes from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu

Compare cheap outbound and return flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kathmandu (KTM) and find the best offer from numerous airlines and travel agencies.

Trip type
Fastest flight
non-stop flights
23x / week
Flight distance
3,277 km
Time difference
Most popular airlines
  1. Batik Air MalaysiaBatik Air Malaysia
  2. Himalaya AirlinesHimalaya Airlines
  3. Malaysia AirlinesMalaysia Airlines
  4. Nepal AirlinesNepal Airlines

Flight schedule from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kathmandu (KTM)

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Matching outbound flightsKUL–KTM · 22 of 22
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  1. 28 Sept – 4 Oct 2026
  2. 5 – 11 October 2026
  3. 12 – 18 October 2026
    1. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. Cathay Pacific Airways
    2. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. China Eastern Airlines
    3. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. Biman Bangladesh Airlines
    4. KULKTM
      non-stop
      1. Himalaya Airlines
    5. KULKTM
      non-stop
      1. Nepal Airlines
    6. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. Air India
    7. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. Air India
    8. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. SriLankan Airlines
    9. KULKTM
      non-stop
      1. Malaysia Airlines
    10. KULKTM
      non-stop
      1. Batik Air Malaysia
    11. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. Batik Air Malaysia
      2. Thai Lion Air
    12. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. Thai Airways
    13. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. Thai Airways
    14. KULKTM
      non-stop
      1. Batik Air Malaysia
    15. KULKTM
      1 stopover
      1. Batik Air Malaysia
      2. Thai Lion Air

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu

      Favourite airline: Malindo Air
      The favourite airline for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu is Malindo Air.
      Malindo Air
      27 %
      Hahn Air Systems
      23 %
      Himalaya Airlines
      23 %
      Direct flights are the cheapest connection
      Direct flights on this route are £171.00 cheaper on average than flights with a stopover.
      non stop flight
      1 stop
      04h 45min
      29h 10min
      £261
      £432
      The favourite connection is non-stop
      Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu are most frequently booked as a direct flight.
      Route
      bookings
      Direct flights
      04h 45min, from £261
      86 %
      1 stopover Colombo
      29h 10min, from £432
      9 %
      1 stopover Dubai
      16h 05min, from £1,128
      5 %

      Useful information about the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu

      Kahmandu: gateway to the Himalayas

      Traditional temples and spectacular mountain views make Kathmandu a unique destination for international travellers.

      Choosing the best time to visit Kathmandu

      Monsoon season starts in October and landslides and floods are likely. The best time to visit is during the October to April dry season. March Holi means colourful festivities and water fights or visit March/April for Ghode Jatra festival horse parades. Nepalese New Year is also in April. The Gai Jatra cow festival is in August while Indra Jatra honours the goddess Jatra for 8 days each September. The 2 week Dashain Hindu festival is in October while Jazzmandu international Jazz festival is in November.

      Useful 'before you travel' tips

      A visa is required and travellers should apply to the Nepalese Embassy in London with a passport that is valid for at least 6 months. Certain vaccines such as Hepatitis A, Typhus, Diptheria and Tetanus are recommended and tourists should speak to their GP at least 8 weeks prior to departure. Export of any protected species is prohibited. Only official tourist buses are permitted to offer overland tours and visitors should refrain from hiking on their own. Visitors should choose bottled or boiled water and avoid drinking from the tap. Power cuts are common in Kathmandu. The city is inexpensive and a restaurant meal might be priced around 200-400NPR. Dal Bhat is a typical meal of rice with vegetables and lentils and momos (Tibetan dumplings) are a favourite local street food. Non-alcoholic drinks are around 45NPR and beer about 320NPR.

      Local information for visitors

      Hotels sometimes organise transfers from the airport for travellers. Prepaid taxis charge a fixed fare of about 800NPR which is payable in advance. Normal taxis charge about 500NPR and a trip to the city centre takes about 25 minutes. The bus service is irregular and often full and the fare for the 30 minute journey is around 10NPR. Tourists can pay about 365NPR for backpacker hostel accommodation or around 850NPR per person in a guesthouse. 3 star hotel accommodation is approximately 1200NPR per person and a holiday apartment about 2100 NPR. Travel by Microbus (Tempos) or bus - a single tempo journey is about 15NPR and the bus is about 15-20NPR. A rickshaw may be around 60-100 NPR and the fare should be agreed before boarding. Taxi prices are about 200NPR for 3 km plus 60NPR for each additional km but busy roads mean that it's often faster to walk.

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu?
      A direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu typically takes around 4 hours 40 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 12 hours 35 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.
      Are there direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu?
      Yes, there are direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, with an average of around 3 to 4 flights per day, operated by, among others, Batik Air Malaysia, Himalaya Airlines and Malaysia Airlines. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.
      Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu?
      Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu are operated by, among others, Batik Air Malaysia, Himalaya Airlines and Malaysia Airlines. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Thai Airways (via Bangkok), Air India (via Delhi) and SriLankan Airlines (via Colombo). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.
      On which days are there direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu?
      Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.
      How many flights are there per day from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu?
      On the route from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu there are on average around 3 to 4 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.
      How many flights per week are there from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu?
      From Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu there are around 23 to 24 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.
      When does the first flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu depart?
      The earliest direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu usually departs at 06:10. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Kathmandu.
      When does the last flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu depart?
      The last direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu usually departs at 18:35. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

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