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Flights from Kathmandu to Dubai

Nonstop flights from Kathmandu (KTM) to Dubai (DXB) take about 4h 14m (2,990 km). Nepal Airlines, Flydubai and Himalaya Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $231 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Kathmandu to Dubai

Carriers on KTM–DXB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Nepal Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Flydubainonstop fare seen✈ Himalaya Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Kathmandu to Dubai fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $307 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $182. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$31823 Oct 2026 · Nepal Airlines$182 · 1 stop24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$3438 Nov 2026 · Flydubai$187 · 1 stop3 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$39022 Dec 2026 · Flydubai$308 · 1 stop27 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$30723 Jan 2027 · Flydubai$280 · 1 stop23 Jan 2027
Mar 2027$33020 Mar 2027 · Flydubai$207 · 1 stop20 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$32829 Apr 2027 · Flydubai$249 · 1 stop29 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $182 in October 2026, against $207 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Kathmandu to Dubai, 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.

Best time to fly to Dubai

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Winter (October–April) is perfect with temperatures around 24°C and clear skies. Peak summer (June–September) sees temperatures above 40°C but indoor malls and beaches remain popular.

Peak season: October – April

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Frequently asked questions — Kathmandu to Dubai flights

How long is the flight from Kathmandu to Dubai?
A nonstop flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Dubai (DXB) 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 Kathmandu from Dubai by air?
The great-circle distance between Tribhuvan International Airport and Dubai International Airport is 2,990 km (1,858 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Kathmandu to Dubai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the KTM–DXB route include Nepal Airlines, Flydubai and Himalaya Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Kathmandu to Dubai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on KTM–DXB was $231 USD with Nepal Airlines (nonstop), departing 21 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 Kathmandu to Dubai?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $182 one-way, against $308 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Kathmandu to Dubai?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $177 with one stop against $231 nonstop, a saving of $54. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Kathmandu to UAE?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UAE 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.
What is the best time to visit Dubai?
Winter (October–April) is perfect with temperatures around 24°C and clear skies. Peak summer (June–September) sees temperatures above 40°C but indoor malls and beaches remain popular.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 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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