Which airlines fly to Kathmandu?

China Southern, Thai Airways and Malaysia Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kathmandu from Melbourne according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Kathmandu. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Kathmandu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan?

China Eastern and Thai Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?

As of August 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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21:30 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

46h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

17:00 - 10:00KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

59h 45m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,006China Eastern

Tue, 29 Sep - Sun, 1 Nov

12:00 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 50m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui

16:35 - 09:00KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

60h 10m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,008China Eastern

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

17:30 - 11:50MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

23h 35m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13:40 - 05:40KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

34h 45m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,017SriLankan Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 9 Dec

17:30 - 12:40MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

24h 25m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13:40 - 05:40KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

34h 45m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,017SriLankan Airlines

Tue, 27 Oct - Wed, 9 Dec

08:45 - 21:45MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

18h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:45 - 07:15KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

27h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,019Malaysia Airlines

Mon, 22 Feb - Fri, 19 Mar

23:30 - 11:30MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

17h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

23:30 - 06:50KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

26h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,036China Southern

Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec

08:40 - 22:30MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

19h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

12:30 - 21:30KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

27h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,037China Southern

Mon, 18 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb

08:45 - 21:45MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

18h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:45 - 09:25KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

29h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,066Malaysia Airlines

Fri, 12 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar

11:00 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

32h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

16:40 - 20:30KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

23h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,140Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

12:00 - 15:05MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 20m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui

11:45 - 15:10KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

22h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,149Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

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11:00 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

32h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

16:35 - 10:00KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

37h 10m3 stops Kunming Changshui Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

$1,031China Eastern

Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

11:00 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

32h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

16:35 - 10:00KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

37h 10m2 stops Kunming Changshui Nanjing Lukou Intl

$1,031China Eastern

Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

16:10 - 12:15MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

24h 20m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13:40 - 14:40KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

20h 45m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,175SriLankan Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

11:00 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

32h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

11:45 - 14:10KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

22h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,186Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

23:30 - 12:25MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

17h 10m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

00:25 - 20:00KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

15h 20m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$1,206Thai Airways

Sun, 30 Aug - Fri, 11 Sep

23:30 - 12:25MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

17h 10m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

13:30 - 07:30KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

13h 45m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$1,207Thai Airways

Thu, 3 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

13:00 - 14:10MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

29h 25m3 stops Singapore Changi Chennai Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

11:45 - 14:10KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

22h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,267Multiple Airlines

Mon, 31 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

01:30 - 00:05MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

26h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

06:30 - 19:40KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

32h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,270Air India

Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

01:00 - 13:40MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

16h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

07:35 - 19:40KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

31h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,320Air India

Mon, 31 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

07:25 - 21:45MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

18h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

23:00 - 22:15KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

19h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,407Cathay Pacific

Sun, 30 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep

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China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu

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China Eastern

29 Sept

MEL21:30Melbourne

46h 20m

2 stops

KTM15:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

1 Nov

KTM17:00Kathmandu Tribhuvan

59h 45m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,006

China Eastern

12 Sept

MEL12:00Melbourne

31h 50m

2 stops

KTM15:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

3 Oct

KTM16:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

60h 10m

2 stops

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,008

China Eastern

17 Oct

MEL22:30Melbourne

45h 50m

2 stops

KTM15:05Kathmandu Tribhuvan

24 Oct

KTM16:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

40h 15m

2 stops

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,012

SriLankan Airlines flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Our best SriLankan Airlines deals on Melbourne to Kathmandu flight tickets

SriLankan Airlines

27 Oct

MEL17:30Melbourne

24h 25m

1 stop

KTM12:40Kathmandu Tribhuvan

9 Dec

KTM13:40Kathmandu Tribhuvan

34h 45m

1 stop

MEL05:40Melbourne

$1,017

SriLankan Airlines

27 Oct

MEL15:00Melbourne

26h 55m

2 stops

KTM12:40Kathmandu Tribhuvan

9 Dec

KTM13:40Kathmandu Tribhuvan

34h 45m

1 stop

MEL05:40Melbourne

$1,154

SriLankan Airlines

2 Sept

MEL16:10Melbourne

24h 20m

1 stop

KTM12:15Kathmandu Tribhuvan

16 Sept

KTM13:40Kathmandu Tribhuvan

20h 45m

1 stop

MEL14:40Melbourne

$1,175

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MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Tue 29/9

21:30-15:35

2 stops46h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 1/11

17:00-10:00

2 stops59h 45m

$1,006

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sat 12/9

12:00-15:35

2 stops31h 50m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 3/10

16:35-09:00

2 stops60h 10m

$1,008

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

17:30-11:50

1 stop23h 35m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 9/12

13:40-05:40

1 stop34h 45m

$1,017

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

17:30-12:40

1 stop24h 25m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 9/12

13:40-05:40

1 stop34h 45m

$1,017

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Mon 22/2

08:45-21:45

1 stop18h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 19/3

22:45-07:15

1 stop27h 15m

$1,019

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MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

23:30-11:30

1 stop17h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 16/12

23:30-06:50

1 stop26h 05m

$1,036

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Mon 18/1

08:40-22:30

1 stop19h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 20/2

12:30-21:30

1 stop27h 45m

$1,037

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Fri 12/2

08:45-21:45

1 stop18h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 12/3

22:45-09:25

1 stop29h 25m

$1,066

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

11:00-15:35

2 stops32h 50m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 16/9

16:40-20:30

2 stops23h 35m

$1,140

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

12:00-15:05

2 stops31h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 15/10

11:45-15:10

1 stop22h 10m

$1,149

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Kathmandu

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne and Kathmandu?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,274 to $1,789.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,006.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kathmandu?

The cheapest month to fly to Kathmandu from Melbourne is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,033, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Kathmandu from Melbourne during March instead. Flights to Kathmandu in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,133.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kathmandu from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kathmandu for around $1,319 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kathmandu from Melbourne for as low as $1,202 on momondo.

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Best price found	$537
Fastest flight time	16h 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri and Sat
Airports in Kathmandu	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Kathmandu from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $537. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Kathmandu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,006.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu takes 16h 25m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Kathmandu on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Kathmandu. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu

How far is Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan by plane?
Melbourne and Kathmandu Tribhuvan are 9565.2 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 16h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom $828	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $838	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 317 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $854	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 236 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $901	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,589 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $927	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 87 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,027	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,036	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,941 reviews	Search Air India flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,046	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,466 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $1,109	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 417 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,265	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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