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 33% 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 Southern and Sichuan Airlines 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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23:30 - 11:30MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

17h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

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

27h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,010China Southern

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

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

32h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

17:00 - 14:05KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

39h 50m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,010China Eastern

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

22:30 - 16:00MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

46h 45m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

17:00 - 14:05KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

39h 50m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,010China Eastern

Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

10:20 - 11:30MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

29h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

12:30 - 08:40KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

15h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,015China Southern

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

00:30 - 12:00MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

16h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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

27h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,024Malaysia Airlines

Sun, 7 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar

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

18h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

13:00 - 09:25KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

15h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,031Malaysia Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Mon, 15 Mar

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

31h 50m3 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang Kunming Changshui

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

22h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,060Multiple Airlines

Mon, 7 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep

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

46h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

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

22h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,085Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

19:25 - 21:50MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi

22:55 - 05:45KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

25h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,164Singapore Airlines

Fri, 12 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar

19:25 - 21:50MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi

22:55 - 05:45KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

25h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,168Singapore Airlines

Fri, 12 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar

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

31h 50m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui

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

37h 10m2 stops Kunming Changshui Nanjing Lukou Intl

$1,030China Eastern

Mon, 17 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep

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

31h 50m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui

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

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

$1,030China Eastern

Mon, 17 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep

10:20 - 22:30MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

16h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

23:30 - 08:40KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

28h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,084China Southern

Tue, 18 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

10:20 - 22:30MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

16h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

23:30 - 08:40KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

28h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,094China Southern

Tue, 18 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

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

31h 50m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui

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

22h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,229Multiple Airlines

Mon, 17 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

16:10 - 12:40MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

24h 45m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13:15 - 08:50KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

39h 20m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Singapore Changi

$1,236SriLankan Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

16:10 - 12:40MEL Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

24h 45m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13:15 - 08:50KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

39h 20m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Singapore Changi

$1,237SriLankan Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

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

31h 50m3 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang Kunming Changshui

16:40 - 08:50KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne

35h 55m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Singapore Changi

$1,240Multiple Airlines

Mon, 17 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

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

27h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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

32h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,283Air India

Mon, 17 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug

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

$1,307Air India

Wed, 19 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug

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China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu

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China Eastern

15 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

32h 20m

2 stops

KTM15:05Kathmandu Tribhuvan

16 Nov

KTM17:00Kathmandu Tribhuvan

39h 50m

2 stops

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,010

China Eastern

5 Sept

MEL12:00Melbourne

31h 50m

3 stops

KTM15:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

20 Sept

KTM16:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

39h 50m

3 stops

MEL12:40Melbourne

$1,033

China Eastern

12 Sept

MEL12:00Melbourne

31h 50m

3 stops

KTM15:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

19 Sept

KTM16:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

36h 10m

3 stops

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,034

China Southern flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Our best China Southern deals on Melbourne to Kathmandu flight tickets

China Southern

1 Sept

MEL10:20Melbourne

29h 25m

1 stop

KTM11:30Kathmandu Tribhuvan

8 Sept

KTM12:30Kathmandu Tribhuvan

15h 55m

1 stop

MEL08:40Melbourne

$1,014

China Southern

3 Sept

MEL10:20Melbourne

16h 25m

1 stop

KTM22:30Kathmandu Tribhuvan

18 Sept

KTM23:30Kathmandu Tribhuvan

28h 55m

1 stop

MEL08:40Melbourne

$1,019

China Southern

1 Sept

MEL10:20Melbourne

16h 25m

1 stop

KTM22:30Kathmandu Tribhuvan

15 Sept

KTM23:30Kathmandu Tribhuvan

28h 55m

1 stop

MEL08:40Melbourne

$1,022

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Mon 26/10

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1 stop17h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Mon 2/11

12:30-21:30

1 stop27h 45m

$1,010

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12:00-15:05

2 stops32h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Mon 16/11

17:00-14:05

2 stops39h 50m

$1,010

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MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

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Melbourne

Tue 10/11

22:30-16:00

2 stops46h 45m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 4/12

17:00-14:05

2 stops39h 50m

$1,010

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MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

10:20-11:30

1 stop29h 25m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Tue 8/9

12:30-08:40

1 stop15h 55m

$1,014

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sun 7/2

00:30-12:00

1 stop16h 45m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 11/3

22:45-07:15

1 stop27h 15m

$1,024

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MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Tue 26/1

08:45-21:45

1 stop18h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Mon 15/3

13:00-09:25

1 stop15h 10m

$1,031

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

12:00-15:35

3 stops31h 50m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 18/9

11:45-14:10

1 stop22h 10m

$1,060

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

21:30-15:35

2 stops46h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Mon 14/9

11:45-14:10

1 stop22h 10m

$1,085

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Fri 12/2

19:25-21:50

1 stop31h 40m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 12/3

22:55-05:45

1 stop25h 35m

$1,164

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL Melbourne - KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

MELKTM

Melbourne

Fri 12/2

19:25-21:50

1 stop31h 40m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 12/3

22:55-05:45

1 stop25h 35m

$1,168

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,002 to $1,305.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,010.

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 $1,046, 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 August instead. Flights to Kathmandu in August, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,122.

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 $1,335 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 $1,212 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 40m
Direct flights	Mon, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Kathmandu	1 airport

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu takes 21h 40m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Kathmandu on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 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 21h 40m, 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 $832	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 175 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $849	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 315 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $878	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 232 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $911	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $940	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 86 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,038	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,046	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,945 reviews	Search Air India flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,051	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,453 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $1,125	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 415 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,275	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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