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Flights from Dubai to Kathmandu

Nonstop flights from Dubai (DXB) to Kathmandu (KTM) take about 4h 14m (2,990 km). Himalaya Airlines and Nepal Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $174 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Dubai to Kathmandu

Carriers on DXB–KTM according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Himalaya Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Nepal Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Dubai to Kathmandu fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $174 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $142. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$33328 Oct 2026 · Himalaya Airlines$244 · 2 stops27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$18029 Nov 2026 · Himalaya Airlines$142 · 1 stop30 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$17430 Dec 2026 · Himalaya Airlines$158 · 1 stop30 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$2025 Jan 2027 · Himalaya Airlines$161 · 1 stop5 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$1964 Feb 2027 · Nepal Airlines$182 · 1 stop4 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$21424 Mar 2027 · Himalaya Airlines$159 · 1 stop24 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$23124 Apr 2027 · Flydubai$176 · 1 stop24 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $142 in November 2026, against $158 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Dubai to Kathmandu, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Dubai to Kathmandu flights

How long is the flight from Dubai to Kathmandu?
A nonstop flight from Dubai (DXB) to Kathmandu (KTM) takes about 4h 14m, covering 2,990 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Dubai from Kathmandu by air?
The great-circle distance between Dubai International Airport and Tribhuvan International Airport is 2,990 km (1,858 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Dubai to Kathmandu?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DXB–KTM route include Himalaya Airlines and Nepal Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Dubai to Kathmandu cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DXB–KTM was $174 USD with Himalaya Airlines (nonstop), departing 30 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kathmandu?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $142 one-way, against $244 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Dubai to Kathmandu?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $142 with one stop against $174 nonstop, a saving of $32. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UAE to Kathmandu?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Kathmandu visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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